Bus from Cologne to Freiburg: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Freiburg on 22 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg HauptbahnhofCheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg HauptbahnhofNo tags
    Flixbus
    Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg HauptbahnhofNo tags
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
      Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
      Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg HauptbahnhofNo tags
      Flixbus
      Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
      Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg HauptbahnhofNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 09:17 CET.

      Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Freiburg

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Freiburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      4carpool per day
      4h 20mAverage duration
      207 milesDistance
      14kgCO₂ emissions
      Average price£21 - £73Average duration7h 30m
      8kg CO₂e
      Average price£17 - £150Average duration3h 16m
      8kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average price£23 - £42Average duration4h 20m
      14kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Freiburg

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Freiburg?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Freiburg start from £21. 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.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Freiburg?

        The average bus journey time from Cologne to Freiburg is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 202 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Freiburg route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Freiburg?

        The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Freiburg at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Freiburg?

        A bus journey from Cologne to Freiburg produces an estimated 8 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.

      Best price found
      16/01
      £20
      17/01
      £27
      Today
      £21
      19/01
      £19
      20/01
      £19
      21/01
      £18
      22/01
      £21
      23/01
      £21
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Freiburg was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of £18

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Freiburg as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from £18 to £35 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Freiburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2026-01-21.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Freiburg?

      busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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