Bus from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Cologne/Bonn Airport
    		Frankfurt - Main bus stationCheapest
    BlaBlaCar BusBus
      		Cologne/Bonn Airport
      		Frankfurt Main Airport P36Fastest
      RegioJetBus
      		Terminál 2
      		Frankfurt - Main bus stationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
      		FRA Frankfurt airportNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
      		FRA Frankfurt airportNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:54 PM CET.

      Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main

      We recommend carpooling

      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 $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      34carpool per day
      1h 50mAverage Duration
      95 milesDistance
      6kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$11 - $141Average Duration2h 15m
      3kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$13 - $207Average Duration1h 31m
      4kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average Price$8 - $100Average Duration1h 50m
      6kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main by bus

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

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main start from $11. The average price for this route is around $17. 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 ride from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

        The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 87 miles (139 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Frankfurt am Main route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet, Musil Tour, Infobus.

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

        The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

        A bus trip from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

      8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      11/28
      $20
      11/29
      $18
      Today
      $11
      12/01
      $11
      12/02
      $11
      12/03
      $11
      12/04
      $11
      12/05
      $11
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $11

      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 $11 to $49 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 $11 which is on 2025-12-01.

      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.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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