The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Trier
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Trier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Trier will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cologne for Trier on Fri, Apr 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 03 the direct buses cover the 133 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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.
10:50 AM2h15Cologne1:05 PMTrier€181One-way0 transfers
10:50 AM2h15Cologne1:05 PMTrier€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne to Trier
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Trier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 133 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €33 Average price |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Trier bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Trier buses for today, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:25 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 3h05 | 9:30 AM Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h15 | 12:50 PM Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Cologne to Trier by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Trier
Buses from Cologne to Trier run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 133 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 133 km |
Average bus duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Cologne to TrierYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Trier with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Trier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Trier 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 Trier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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