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Beethoven-Haus Bonn
Beethoven’s birthplace and the city’s best-known museum, with manuscripts, instruments, and exhibits on the composer’s life.
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
9 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 57 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
479 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin to Bonn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Bonn will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 7 buses that leave Berlin for Bonn on Fri, Jun 19, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 479 km distance in an average of 9 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 10 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Bonn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 297 miles (479 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price Cheapest | $71 Average price | $226 Average price | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 48m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Bonn:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Bonn costing on average $71 (€58).
A bus is $175 (€144) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Bonn costing on average $226 (€185).
Other travel options to Bonn take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 34m.
Bus takes on average 8h 18m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€42) compared to roughly $109 (€90) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $59 (€48). The journey takes 8h 18m versus 6h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $99 |
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Bonn buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:40 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 10h15 | 8:55 AM Bonn, Museumsmeile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee) | 9h55 | 8:55 AM Bonn, Museumsmeile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 11h35 | 11:10 AM Bonn, Museumsmeile | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 10h20 | 1:40 PM Bonn, Museumsmeile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 10h00 | 1:40 PM Bonn, Museumsmeile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 10h05 | 8:50 PM Bonn, Museumsmeile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h30 | 8:50 PM Bonn, Museumsmeile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Berlin, Hardenbergplatz (Zoologischer Garten) | 10h40 | 8:55 AM Bonn, Museumsmeile | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Berlin to Bonn run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 297 miles (479 km) distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 297 miles (479 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Bonn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bonn trip today.
Beethoven’s birthplace and the city’s best-known museum, with manuscripts, instruments, and exhibits on the composer’s life.
Large exhibition hall presenting major international art, culture, science, and photography shows in the Museum Mile district.
Excellent museum on post-1945 German history, highly regarded for engaging displays and free permanent exhibition.
Lively central square framed by historic buildings and the old town hall, a natural starting point for exploring Bonn.
Large riverside park popular for walks, cycling, events, and wide green spaces, especially appealing in warm seasons.
The old-town streets around Heerstraße and Breite Straße become a major photo destination during cherry blossom season.
A classic Rhineland pot roast, traditionally marinated for several days and served with a rich sweet-sour gravy. It is one of the region’s most iconic celebratory dishes.
A traditional dish from the Rhineland made with mashed potatoes, apple compote, and often fried onions, commonly served with blood sausage. The name means 'Heaven and Earth.'
Crisp Rhineland potato pancakes, usually served with apple sauce or dark bread. They are a much-loved local comfort food found at markets and festivals.
Well-regarded fine dining restaurant known for refined modern European cuisine and an elegant setting.
Established upscale restaurant by the Rhine, appreciated for modern cuisine, polished service, and scenic surroundings.
Historic traditional restaurant in Bonn’s old center, known for Rhineland classics and a cozy, longstanding atmosphere.
Moderate by German standards. Supermarkets and casual dining are reasonable, while hotels and central restaurants cost more.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or leave about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafes; not expected for fast food.
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