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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Showing times and prices for Dec 21
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
151 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne Hbf 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 Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Fast buses
Of the 6 buses that leave Cologne Hbf for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Sun, Dec 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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.
02:00PM1h50
Cologne Hbf03:50PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
$131One-way
0 transfers
(Amsterdam -> Prague)07:40PM2h20
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)10:00PMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
$151One-way
0 transfers
07:10AM2h00
Cologne Hbf09:10AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
$171One-way
0 transfers
05:20PM1h20
Cologne Hbf06:40PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
$171One-way
0 transfers
03:00PM1h40
Cologne Hbf04:40PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
$171One-way
0 transfers
05:20PM1h20
Cologne Hbf06:40PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
$171One-way
0 transfers
03:00PM1h40
Cologne Hbf04:40PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
$171One-way
0 transfers
08:00AM1h40
Cologne Hbf09:40AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
$181One-way
0 transfers
02:00PM1h50
Cologne Hbf03:50PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
$131One-way
0 transfers
07:10AM2h00
Cologne Hbf09:10AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
$171One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €578.
Distance: 93 miles (151 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price | €626 Average price |
2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Regiojet | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport buses for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 11:45 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| (Amsterdam -> Prague) | 6:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 2h20 | 9:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Buses from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 17:40, the last at 20:20. The fastest bus covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 1h 50m.
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 93 miles (151 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 17:40 |
Last bus 20:20 |
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
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main AirportYou can travel by bus between Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport with BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $10 (€8). 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 25m
Cheapest Price
$17 (€14)
FlixBus frequency
6 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
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€10)
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
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
FAQs: Bus from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) can start from as little as $11 (€9) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) is $15 (€12); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) from Cologne Hbf is on average 2 h for the 94 mile (151 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Cologne Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) leaves at 7: 35AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) leaves at 10: 25PM.
There are 5 buses a day from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) which require at least one change with BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie, FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
Take the Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) bus with BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie, FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the trip between Cologne Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a bus from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) including taking a train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA):
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) for bus providers FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus companies FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) depends on the bus companies:
- 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
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA), follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA):
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA):
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA). 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 Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) with the following bus companies: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) with the following bus providers: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) with the following bus companies: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus.
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