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Compare train and bus for Mainz Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, while a train costs an average of $62.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m 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 Mainz Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport:
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mainz Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average $62 (€50).
Other travel options to Cologne Bonn Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 55m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $29 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.98 (€-6.44). The journey takes 4h 55m versus 1h 48m 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.
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.
Mainz Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Mainzer Mobilität | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Mainzer Mobilität | Departure Time 06:57PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h13 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Mainz Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
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Buses from Mainz Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:55, the last at 03:55. The fastest bus covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 3:55 AM |
Last bus 3:55 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Mainz Hbf to Cologne Bonn AirportYou can travel by bus between Mainz Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport with FlixBus for as low as $28 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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