Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Erfurt central train station | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Erfurt central train station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Erfurt central train station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Erfurt to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Erfurt and Cologne?
Stops in Erfurt
- A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany - BAm Urbicher Kreuz, 99099 Erfurt, Germany
- CKurt-Schumacher-Straße 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
- D
Erfurt Hbf Bürgermeister-Wagner-Str.
Erfurt,, Germany - E
Erfurt Bushaltestelle
Willy-Brandt-Platz 4, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Compare bus companies
Based on 12164 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 Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £23
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Erfurt to Cologne
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Erfurt to Cologne?
The cheapest coach tickets from Erfurt to Cologne start from £23. The average price for this route is around £30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Erfurt to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Erfurt to Cologne is 7h 5m, covering a distance of 171 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Erfurt to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Erfurt to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Erfurt to Cologne at 02:10. And the latest bus departs at 20:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Erfurt to Cologne?
A bus journey from Erfurt to Cologne produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Erfurt to Cologne was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of £22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Erfurt to Cologne as early as possible.
