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The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
138 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Fast buses
Of the 12 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Cologne Bonn Airport on Wed, Nov 05, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.
07:20PM1h10
Frankfurt am Main Airport08:30PMCologne Bonn Airport
€101One-way
0 transfers
03:20PM1h30
Frankfurt am Main Airport04:50PMCologne Bonn Airport
€101One-way
0 transfers
(Prague -> Amsterdam)05:55AM2h10
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)08:05AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
€101One-way
0 transfers
06:00PM1h40
Frankfurt am Main Airport07:40PMCologne Bonn Airport
€111One-way
0 transfers
09:00AM1h50
Frankfurt am Main Airport10:50AMCologne Bonn Airport
€131One-way
0 transfers
07:20PM1h10
Frankfurt am Main Airport08:30PMCologne Bonn Airport
€101One-way
0 transfers
03:20PM1h30
Frankfurt am Main Airport04:50PMCologne Bonn Airport
€101One-way
0 transfers
06:00PM1h40
Frankfurt am Main Airport07:40PMCologne Bonn Airport
€111One-way
0 transfers
09:00AM1h50
Frankfurt am Main Airport10:50AMCologne Bonn Airport
€131One-way
0 transfers
12:40AM1h50
Frankfurt am Main Airport02:30AMCologne Bonn Airport
€131One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 138 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€10 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price |
2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport bus times
Showing buses for today, Tuesday, November 4
Last updated at 10:19 PM
Last updated at 10:19 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2h30 | 1:55 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 5 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h55 | 2:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Prague -> Amsterdam) | 4:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2h10 | 7:05 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2h40 | 12:40 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2h45 | 3:10 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2h20 | 4:25 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2h00 | 8:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
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 138 km |
Average bus duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 03:55 |
Last bus 17:30 |
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, Globtour Medjugorjie from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn AirportYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie 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 Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
€12
FlixBus frequency
6 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.
Globtour Medjugorjie
About
Globtour Međugorje d.o.o. is a bus company based in Bosnia and Herzegovina, established in 1993. It operates numerous domestic and international bus routes, emphasizing reliability, punctuality, and passenger satisfaction. Their network, including sister companies Croatiabus and Jadran Express, covers over 100 routes and 1,000 destinations across nine countries, including Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Germany, Montenegro, and Serbia. In addition to regular passenger transport, Globtour Međugorje also offers bus rentals and repair services.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Additional luggage
An additional fee may be charged by the driver for storing luggage in the compartment, with prices varying by route.
Luggage storage
There may be extra fees for luggage storage on routes operated by Globtour Međugorje.
Cancellation Policy
A passenger can receive a partial refund if a written request is submitted at least 24 hours before the journey (25% fee) or between 24 and 12 hours before (50% fee); tickets cannot be canceled or refunded within 12 hours of departure.
Refund
A passenger who has purchased a ticket and wishes to cancel the journey has the right to a partial refund of the amount paid, provided that a written request is submitted to the carrier at least 24 hours before the start of the journey, along with the travel ticket.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Toilets
USB plugs
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
FAQs: Take the bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Cheap coach tickets from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is €12; 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is 2 h to travel the 138 km long journey, with around there are 10 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) leaves at 03: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) leaves at 21: 20.
Yes, there are 10 direct coaches a day from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the route from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) you can take a coach with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie or BlaBlaCar Bus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) and Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) by coach is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) and Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN).
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN).
No, luggage for the coach from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN).
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN).
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN).
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN).
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