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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Showing times and prices for Jun 21
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
139 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Fast buses
Of the 24 buses that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf on Sun, Jun 21, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 139 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.
(Amsterdam -> Prague)7:40 PM2h50Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)10:30 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)$111One-way0 transfers- (Amsterdam -> Prague)7:40 PM2h20Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)10:00 PMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)$111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:35 PM2h00Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)1:35 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)$141One-way0 transfers- FlixBus8:15 PM2h10Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)10:25 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)$141One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:20 PM2h10Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)12:30 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)$141One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:35 PM2h00Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)1:35 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)$141One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:15 PM2h00Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)11:15 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)$141One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus2:40 PM2h05Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)4:45 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)$371One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus2:00 AM2h05Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)4:05 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)$481One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:55 PM2h10Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)3:05 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 86 miles (139 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$12 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m 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 |
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is a bus with an average price of $12 (€10).
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $37 (€30).
The fastest way to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is by train with an average journey time of 1h 18m.
Other travel options to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 18m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne Bonn Airport and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20 (€16). The journey takes 2h 18m versus 1h 56m 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, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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.
Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 8:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h10 | 10:25 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h45 | 11:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h00 | 11:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h10 | 12:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 50449 · 30480 | 11:00 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 18h00 | 5:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h00 | 1:35 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| FlixBus | 2:00 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h05 | 4:05 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h15 | 4:35 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h40 | 5:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h10 | 7:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:15 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h50 | 11:05 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h25 | 11:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h10 | 12:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h10 | 1:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 50429 · 30484 | 11:55 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 18h15 | 6:10 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 12:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h10 | 3:05 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:40 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h05 | 4:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h15 | 5:10 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h10 | 6:25 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h15 | 7:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:10 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h20 | 9:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h10 | 9:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Amsterdam -> Prague) | 7:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 2h50 | 10:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Amsterdam -> Prague) | 7:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 2h20 | 10:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
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Buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:35, the last at 20:20. The fastest bus covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 86 miles (139 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 6:35 AM |
Last bus 8:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o. from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) HbfYou can travel by bus between Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o. for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
FlixBus frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 9m
Cheapest Price
$32 (€26)
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o.
About
Globtour Međugorje d.o.o. is a bus company based in Bosnia and Herzegovina, established in 1993. It operates numerous domestic and international bus routes, emphasizing reliability, punctuality, and passenger satisfaction. Their network, including sister companies Croatiabus and Jadran Express, covers over 100 routes and 1,000 destinations across nine countries, including Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Germany, Montenegro, and Serbia. In addition to regular passenger transport, Globtour Međugorje also offers bus rentals and repair services.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Additional luggage
An additional fee may be charged by the driver for storing luggage in the compartment, with prices varying by route.
Luggage storage
There may be extra fees for luggage storage on routes operated by Globtour Međugorje.
Cancellation Policy
A passenger can receive a partial refund if a written request is submitted at least 24 hours before the journey (25% fee) or between 24 and 12 hours before (50% fee); tickets cannot be canceled or refunded within 12 hours of departure.
Refund
A passenger who has purchased a ticket and wishes to cancel the journey has the right to a partial refund of the amount paid, provided that a written request is submitted to the carrier at least 24 hours before the start of the journey, along with the travel ticket.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Toilets
USB plugs
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
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A celebrated fine dining restaurant in Frankfurt, known for refined modern cuisine and an elegant setting in the Palmengarten area.
Atschel
A well-known traditional tavern in Sachsenhausen with dependable Hessian food, apple wine, and a warm local atmosphere.
Apfelwein Wagner
A famous Sachsenhausen tavern serving classic Frankfurt and Hessian dishes with traditional apple wine in a lively, rustic setting.
Euro
Prices are high by German standards, especially near the station and city center, but supermarkets and casual eateries help keep daily costs manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-15 for kebab, bakery, or fast food.
- Mid-range
- EUR 18-30 per person at a casual restaurant.
- Fine dining
- EUR 60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- EUR 3-5 for a cappuccino or similar.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and for hotel staff.
RMVgo
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 3.80 EUR
- Day pass
- 7.80 EUR
To the city center
Frankfurt am Main Hbf, South Side -> Hauptwache, Frankfurt
- Distance
- 1.5 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- You can tap a contactless card or mobile wallet on Frankfurt trams and buses for single rides in many cases, but buying in RMVgo or from ticket machines is still the safest option for all routes.
- Validate that your ticket matches the correct fare zone before travel, and keep it available for inspection throughout the journey.
FAQs: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf can start from as little as $9 (€7) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is $12 (€10) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 2h 0m to travel the 86 miles (139 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf leaves at 6:35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf leaves at 8:20 PM.
Yes, there are 21 direct buses a day from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o. for the best way to get you to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Cologne Bonn Airport and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Cologne Bonn Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne Bonn Airport and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for bus company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o..
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf depends on the bus companies:
- 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.
- Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o.
- A passenger can receive a partial refund if a written request is submitted at least 24 hours before the journey (25% fee) or between 24 and 12 hours before (50% fee)
- tickets cannot be canceled or refunded within 12 hours of departure.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o.
- An additional fee may be charged by the driver for storing luggage in the compartment, with prices varying by route.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf with the following bus company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf with the following bus company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o..
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf with the following bus company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o..
Since both Cologne Bonn Airport and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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