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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 02
$22
Average ticket price on Sep 02
$22
Fastest journey on Sep 02
2 h
Average journey duration on Sep 02
2 h 17 m
Buses on Sep 02
3
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
On Wed, Sep 02, we found 3 buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 02 the direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Wed, Sep 02 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.
9:00 PM2h00Cologne Airport Cgn (terminal 2)11:00 PMFrankfurt Central Train Station$221One-way0 transfers- 10:00 PM2h40Cologne Airport Cgn (terminal 2)12:40 AMFrankfurt Central Train Station$221One-way0 transfers
- 10:20 PM2h10Cologne Airport Cgn (terminal 2)12:30 AMFrankfurt Central Train Station$221One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 PM2h00Cologne Airport Cgn (terminal 2)11:00 PMFrankfurt Central Train Station$221One-way0 transfers
- 10:20 PM2h10Cologne Airport Cgn (terminal 2)12:30 AMFrankfurt Central Train Station$221One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 PM2h40Cologne Airport Cgn (terminal 2)12:40 AMFrankfurt Central Train Station$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, while a train costs an average of $65.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $65.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 13m.
You'll arrive about -3h -33m sooner (4h 13m by bus vs 1h 40m by car) and save roughly $-2.65 compared to fuel and tolls ($34 vs $32). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 17:40, the last at 17:40. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 5:40 PM |
Last bus 5:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main AirportYou can travel by bus between Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $10. 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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