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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne Messe/Deutz 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 Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cologne Messe/Deutz for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.
6:35 AM2h00Cologne Messe/Deutz8:35 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport€131One-way0 transfers- 8:00 PM2h25Cologne Messe/Deutz10:25 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport€161One-way0 transfers
- 6:35 AM2h00Cologne Messe/Deutz8:35 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport€131One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 PM2h25Cologne Messe/Deutz10:25 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport€161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price | €27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m 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 Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average €31.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 10m.
Tickets start at around €11 compared to roughly €27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €16. The journey takes 2h 10m versus 1h 42m 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 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.
Cologne Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €12 |
Live departures
Cologne Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main Airport buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 (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 | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
| 6:35 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h00 | 8:35 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Bus from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Buses from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 20:45. The fastest bus covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 8:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main AirportYou can travel by bus between Cologne Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main Airport with BlaBlaCar for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Messe/Deutz 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.
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