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Compare bus and train for Darmstadt to Cologne Bonn Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Darmstadt to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$13 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m 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 Darmstadt to Cologne Bonn Airport:
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darmstadt to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average $65 (€53).
Other travel options to Cologne Bonn Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 20m.
Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $34 (€28) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $21 (€17). The journey takes 2h 20m versus 2h 12m 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.
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.
Darmstadt to Cologne Bonn Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:21PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h49 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Darmstadt to Cologne Bonn Airport
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Buses from Darmstadt to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:55, the last at 13:21. The fastest bus covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 3:55 AM |
Last bus 1:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Darmstadt to Cologne Bonn AirportYou can travel by bus between Darmstadt to Cologne Bonn Airport with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Darmstadt to Cologne Bonn Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darmstadt to Cologne Bonn 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 Cologne Bonn Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Darmstadt to Cologne Bonn Airport
Most Darmstadt to Cologne Bonn Airport buses use the Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) station pair. Use this guide to compare Darmstadt and Cologne Bonn Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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