The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne 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 to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 12 buses that leave Cologne for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Mon, Feb 02, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 02 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Mon, Feb 02 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.
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FlixBus
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a flight costs an average of €574.
Distance: 93 miles (151 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€10 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price | €574 Average price |
7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Cologne to Frankfurt am Main Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Regiojet | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
Cologne to Frankfurt am Main Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main Airport buses for tomorrow, Monday, February 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1h55 | 3:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50429 · 30484 | 10:55 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 17h55 | 4:50 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 2h50 | 4:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 2h10 | 5:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 2h45 | 6:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
(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 | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 2h25 | 10:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Buses from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 17:40, the last at 21:20. The fastest bus covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 93 miles (151 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 17:40 |
Last bus 21:20 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main AirportYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Frankfurt am Main Airport with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus for as low as $8 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- 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).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- McDonald's (0.2 km)
- Vapiano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250 Metro: U5, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12
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