- Must visit
Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its Picasso collection and Pop Art holdings.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Duisburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Duisburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 3 buses that leave Duisburg Hbf for Cologne Bonn Airport on Thu, Jul 02, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct buses cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m 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 Duisburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport:
A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Cologne Bonn Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 17m.
Tickets start at around $7 (€6) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 1h 11m versus 52m 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.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 1h26 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
The table below shows live departures for Duisburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport buses for tomorrow, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:45 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h55 | 1:40 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1h55 | 2:40 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1h55 | 8:55 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Duisburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:45, the last at 22:59. The fastest bus covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 11:45 AM |
Last bus 10:59 PM |
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Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its Picasso collection and Pop Art holdings.
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Classic walking area with colorful houses, churches, and access to major monuments along the Rhine.
Historic square in the Old Town surrounded by traditional architecture, central to sightseeing and city atmosphere.
Redeveloped waterfront district known for modern architecture, riverside walks, and photogenic crane houses.
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A classic Cologne dish of mashed potatoes and applesauce, often served with fried onions and black pudding. It is a traditional Rhineland comfort food.
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An established fine dining restaurant in Cologne known for refined French cuisine, polished service, and an intimate upscale atmosphere.
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Service is usually included. Round up for coffee and taxis, and tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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