How to travel from Cologne to Bitburg

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Compare bus and train for Cologne to Bitburg

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Bitburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $56.

Distance: 68 miles (111 km)

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$19

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Cheapest

$56

Average price

$26

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 22m

Average total duration

2h 52m

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3h 17m

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2h 47m

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1h 53m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Bitburg is a bus with an average price of $19 (€15).

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Bitburg:

A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Bitburg costing on average $56 (€46).

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Bitburg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 17m.

Other travel options to Bitburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne and Bitburg including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne to Bitburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $56 (€46) compared to roughly $26 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-30.05 (€-24.58). The journey takes 2h 47m versus 1h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Cologne to Bitburg

How to get from Cologne to Bitburg by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Cologne to Bitburg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 PM2h50
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    11:05 PMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 PM2h50
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    11:05 PMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 PM2h10
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    10:25 PMWittlich-Land, Berufsschule
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn10017
    9:21 AM2h20
    Cologne Hbf
    11:41 AMBitburg-Erdorf station
    $521One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn10015
    8:21 AM2h20
    Cologne Hbf
    10:41 AMBitburg-Erdorf station
    $521One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn10021
    11:21 AM2h20
    Cologne Hbf
    1:41 PMBitburg-Erdorf station
    $521One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:25 AM3h05
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    11:30 AMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:40 PM3h25
    Leverkusen, Bf Mitte
    11:05 PMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:50 AM3h40
    Leverkusen, Bf Mitte
    11:30 AMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Cologne to Bitburg

Travel to Bitburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Bitburg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Cologne and Bitburg including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Bitburg is a bus with an average price of $19 (€15).

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Bitburg:

A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Bitburg costing on average $56 (€46).

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Bitburg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 17m.

Other travel options to Bitburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 22m.

The distance from Cologne to Bitburg is approximately 68 miles (111 km).
The average frequency per day from Cologne to Bitburg is:
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cologne and Bitburg as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cologne to Bitburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Cologne Hbf and arrive in Bitburg-Erdorf station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Leverkusen, Bf Mitte and arrive in Wittlich-Land, Berufsschule.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Bitburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Bitburg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bitburg by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Cologne to Bitburg:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Cologne to Bitburg often also extend their vacation to go to Trier, Paris, Frankfurt am Main, Luxembourg, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bitburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bitburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Bitburg, including visits to the Bitburger Brewery, local museums, and nearby natural attractions, plan for a stay of about 2 to 3 days.

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