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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 24

Cheapest price on Sep 24

€9

Average ticket price on Sep 24

€17

Fastest journey on Sep 24

1 h 55 m

Average journey duration on Sep 24

2 h

Buses on Sep 24

28

Distance

153 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.

Fast buses

On Thu, Sep 24, we found 28 buses from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main, including 27 direct services.

On Thu, Sep 24 the direct buses cover the 153 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .

On Thu, Sep 24 the slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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.

  • RegioJet a.s.(Amsterdam -> Prague)
    7:40 PM2h50
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    10:30 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    91One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:15 PM2h00
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    11:15 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    101One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 PM2h10
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    10:25 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    101One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:10 PM2h20
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    9:30 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM2h45
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    11:45 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    111One-way
    0 transfers

Live departures

Cologne to Frankfurt am Main bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main buses for today, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h45
11:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h25
11:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:15 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h00
11:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:20 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h10
12:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:35 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h00
1:35 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:20 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
1h55
4:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:20 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h15
4:35 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:10 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h40
5:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:50 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h10
7:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:15 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h50
11:05 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:35 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h00
10:35 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:35 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h25
11:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:35 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h10
12:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:45 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h50
1:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:35 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h10
1:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:05 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h10
2:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h50
5:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h05
4:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:55 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h15
5:10 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:50 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h10
6:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:15 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h45
7:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:15 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h10
6:25 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:00 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h15
7:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:10 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h20
9:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:35 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h10
9:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
RegioJet a.s.(Amsterdam -> Prague)7:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h50
10:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:15 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h10
10:25 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)0 transfersDirect

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Infobus as well as BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus offer buses services from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main.
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Why book with Omio vs Infobus?

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main

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Buses from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.

There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 153 km distance in 1h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
153 km
Average bus duration
2h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
€6
Buses per day
26
Direct buses
25
Fastest bus
1h 55m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
77 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus from Cologne to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
€7
FlixBus frequency
27 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Infobus

About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Infobus Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Infobus Price
€29
Infobus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
2h 9m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
€6
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main is €15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main is 1h 55m to travel the 153 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 25 direct coaches a day from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main with Infobus, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main, you can count on Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Frankfurt am Main. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main:
  • Infobus
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating options.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main for coach company Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main depends on the coach companies:
  • Infobus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
  • FlixBus
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main:
  • Infobus
    • One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main:
  • Infobus
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main. The following conditions apply:
  • Infobus
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets may require a separate ticket.
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main with the following coach company: Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main with the following coach company: Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main with the following coach company: Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main

Most Cologne to Frankfurt am Main buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36). Use this guide to compare Cologne and Frankfurt am Main bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Cologne
Arrival bus stations in Frankfurt am Main

Which Cologne station do buses to Frankfurt am Main leave from?

Buses from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main leave from Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen). The station is 13 km from Cologne city centre at Kennedystrasse, Koln, Germany.
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)Kennedystrasse, Koln, GermanyWifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 8m · €4 · every ~2 min
Rb26 · 12m · €4

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)Kennedystrasse, 51147 Koln, GermanyWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 16m · €4 · every ~2 min
Rb26 · 20m · €4
Re · 21m · every ~2 min
BusS19, S12 · 27m · €5

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.

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