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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€22
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€26
Fastest journey on Sep 20
6 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
7 h 5 m
Buses on Sep 20
2
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg 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 Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 buses from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 356 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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.
11:10 PM7h30Hamburg Hbf6:40 AMCologne Bonn Airport€221One-way0 transfers- 4:45 PM6h40Hamburg Hbf11:25 PMCologne Bonn Airport€301One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 PM6h40Hamburg Hbf11:25 PMCologne Bonn Airport€301One-way0 transfers
- 11:10 PM7h30Hamburg Hbf6:40 AMCologne Bonn Airport€221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €31 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, while a flight costs an average of €553.
Distance: 221 miles (356 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€31 Average price Cheapest | €553 Average price | €65 Average price | €64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport:
A bus is €34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average €65.
A bus is €521 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average €553.
Other travel options to Cologne Bonn Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 21m.
Bus takes on average 7h 37m.
Tickets start at around €31 compared to roughly €64 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €32. The journey takes 7h 37m versus 4h 16m 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.
Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €22 |
Live departures
Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h30 | 5:40 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:35 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h45 | 6:20 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h30 | 6:40 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
| 4:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h40 | 11:25 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
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Buses from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €11 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 221 miles (356 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 221 miles (356 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 4:00 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn AirportYou can travel by bus between Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport with FlixBus for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hamburg Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf 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.
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