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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: July 15 atDeparture city: DarmstadtDeparture location: Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle ZweifalltorwegArrival time: July 15 atDestination city: CologneDestination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: July 15 atDeparture city: DarmstadtDeparture location: Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle ZweifalltorwegArrival time: July 15 atDestination city: CologneDestination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Operated by: FlixbusVehicle: BusDuration:
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
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| Average PriceUS$15 - US$28 | Average Duration2h 10m | 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Most eco-friendly | ||
| Average PriceUS$22 - US$136 | Average Duration1h 46m | 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Fastest | ||
Carpool | Average PriceUS$12 - US$31 | Average Duration2h | 7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Cheapest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Darmstadt to CologneAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Darmstadt to Cologne: Trip Overview
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Based on 9546 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$15
Darmstadt to Cologne Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Darmstadt - Cologne
How far is Darmstadt from Cologne?
The distance between Darmstadt and Cologne is around 169 km (105 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Darmstadt to Cologne?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Hauptbahnhof - Bushaltestelle Zweifalltorweg, in Darmstadt, and end it at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne.
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The cheapest trip from Darmstadt to Cologne was searched and found on Jul 15, 2025 with a price of US$17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Darmstadt to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$21 for a bus ticket from Darmstadt to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$20 which is on 2025-07-18.
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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Darmstadt to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Darmstadt to Cologne.
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Did you know?
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
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