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

The bus ticket price from Mainz to Cologne starts at R 453. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Mainz to Cologne 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 Mainz to Cologne?

The average travel time between Mainz and Cologne is around 7h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 142 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Mainz to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Mainz to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Mainz to Cologne?

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

Bus Mainz to Cologne from R 373 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Mainz to Cologne on 8 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:20	Mainz	5h 50m	18:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
22:40	Mainz	7h 30m	06:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
22:40	Mainz	8h 5m	06:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:50 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Mainz to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

140 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 453 - R 1 266	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 297 - R 2 263	Average duration1h 46m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 132 - R 470	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511 212 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11212 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 R 453

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Where are the popular stops in Mainz and Cologne?

Stops in Mainz

A - Mainz

B - Mainz- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Ring 16- gegenüberliegende Straßenseite

C - Bahnhofstraße

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mainz to Cologne by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Mainz to Cologne cost?
The bus ticket price from Mainz to Cologne starts at R 453. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Mainz to Cologne 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 Mainz to Cologne?
The average travel time between Mainz and Cologne is around 7h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 142 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Mainz and Cologne?
The number of buses from Mainz to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Mainz to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Mainz to Cologne?
When taking the bus from Mainz to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mainz to Cologne?
Buses travelling between Mainz and Cologne leave from Mainz or Mainz- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Ring 16- gegenüberliegende Straßenseite and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/11

No data

06/11

R 621

Today

R 492

08/11

R 674

09/11

R 601

10/11

R 373

11/11

R 446

12/11

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The cheapest trip from Mainz to Cologne was searched and found on 10 Nov 2025 with a price of R 373

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

You can expect to pay from R 373 to R 684 for a bus ticket from Mainz to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 373, which is on 2025-11-10.

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