The cheapest and fastest buses from Trier to Cologne
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Trier to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trier to Cologne will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 2 buses that leave Trier for Cologne on Mon, May 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct buses cover the 133 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest buses will take 2 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.
FlixBus6:30 PM2h50Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)9:20 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€131One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:05 PM2h25Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)3:30 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:05 PM2h25Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)3:30 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:30 PM2h50Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)9:20 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Trier to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trier to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. 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 €11, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 133 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price |
3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m 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
Trier to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Trier to Cologne buses for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) | 2h50 | 9:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, May 18 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) | 2h25 | 3:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Trier to Cologne
Buses from Trier to Cologne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 133 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 133 km |
Average bus duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Trier to CologneYou can travel by bus between Trier to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Trier to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trier to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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