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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 5 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Cologne/Bonn Flughafen on Fri, Feb 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen 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 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen buses for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 6:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 1h50 | 8:20 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:05 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 2h20 | 4:25 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 6 | |||||
| 12:05 AM Frankfurt Central Train Station | 2h50 | 2:55 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:10 AM Frankfurt Central Train Station | 2h10 | 5:20 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:15 AM Frankfurt Central Train Station | 2h05 | 6:20 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:55, the last at 14:05. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 04:55 |
Last bus 14:05 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne/Bonn FlughafenYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen 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 Flughafen, 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.
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