How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Lübeck cost?

The bus ticket price from Cologne to Lübeck starts at US$34. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Lübeck is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Lübeck?

The average travel time between Cologne and Lübeck is around 11h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 414 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Lübeck?

The number of buses from Cologne to Lübeck can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Lübeck by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Lübeck?

When taking the bus from Cologne to Lübeck, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Lübeck?

Buses travelling between Cologne and Lübeck leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Hbf, Holstentorplatz, Travemünde - Skandinavienkai.

Bus Cologne to Lübeck from US$30 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cologne to Lübeck on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	14h 25m	08:00	Holstentor	No tags
18:10	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	13h 50m	08:00	Holstentor	No tags
21:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	11h 15m	09:00	Holstentor	No tags
22:10	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	10h 50m	09:00	Holstentor	No tags
23:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	15h 45m	15:20	Holstentor	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Lübeck

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lübeck. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 40mAverage duration

413 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$34 - US$114	Average duration11h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$31 - US$236	Average duration5h 18m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$36 - US$49	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Bus Cologne to Lübeck: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$46

Average bus trip duration11h 45m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure03:40

Distance410 km

Latest bus departure23:40

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FlixBus

3.5/511 166 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11166 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 US$34

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Cologne to Lübeck Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Lübeck?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Lübeck

A - Hbf

B - Holstentorplatz

C - Travemünde - Skandinavienkai

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Lübeck

How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Lübeck cost?
The bus ticket price from Cologne to Lübeck starts at US$34. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Lübeck is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Lübeck?
The average travel time between Cologne and Lübeck is around 11h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 414 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Lübeck?
The number of buses from Cologne to Lübeck can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Lübeck by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Lübeck?
When taking the bus from Cologne to Lübeck, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Lübeck?
Buses travelling between Cologne and Lübeck leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Hbf, Holstentorplatz, Travemünde - Skandinavienkai.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cologne to Lübeck.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cologne to Lübeck.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cologne to Lübeck will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cologne to Lübeck while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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!

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

Bus from Lübeck to Cologne

You can also go to Lübeck by train

Train from Cologne to Lübeck

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