Busbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
BlaBlaBus Cologne Frankfurt am Main recent customer reviews
Based on 1049 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $13
BlaBlaBus Cologne Frankfurt am Main recent customer reviews
Based on 10764 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $9
BlaBlaBus Cologne Frankfurt am Main recent customer reviews
A good way to travel this route is with Musil Tour buses. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at $38 and the shortest trip taking about 145. Musil Tour gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
BlaBlaBus Cologne Frankfurt am Main recent customer reviews
Based on 481 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Infobus ticket prices on this trip start at $34
BlaBlaBus Cologne Frankfurt am Main recent customer reviews
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Cologne - Frankfurt am Main
How far is Cologne from Frankfurt am Main?
The distance between the two cities is 95 miles (153 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?
Most of the buses traveling from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Frankfurt Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/24
$22
08/25
$35
Today
$11
08/27
$11
08/28
$10
08/29
$11
08/30
$11
08/31
$9
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Aug 31, 2025 with a price of $9
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $9 to $35 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-08-31.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
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