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Compare bus and train for Cologne Bonn Airport to Darmstadt
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Darmstadt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$12 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Darmstadt:
A bus is $44 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Darmstadt costing on average $56 (€45).
Other travel options to Darmstadt take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 31m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $36 (€29) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24 (€19). The journey takes 2h 31m versus 1h 57m 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.
Compare prices and tickets Cologne Bonn Airport to Darmstadt by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Darmstadt
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Buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Darmstadt run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 17:40, the last at 18:40. The fastest bus covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 5:40 PM |
Last bus 6:40 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne Bonn Airport to DarmstadtYou can travel by bus between Cologne Bonn Airport to Darmstadt with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Darmstadt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Darmstadt by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Darmstadt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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