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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Lübeck
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lübeck. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Lübeck?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Lübeck
- ABeim Retteich, 23558 Lübeck, Germany
- B
Holstentorplatz
Holstentorplatz 2, 23552 Lübeck, Germany - C
Travemünde - Skandinavienkai
Skandinavienkai, Zum Hafenplatz 1, 23570 Lübeck, Germany
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Lübeck by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Lübeck?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Lübeck start from $40. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Lübeck?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Lübeck is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 250 miles (402 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Lübeck route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Lübeck?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Lübeck at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Lübeck?
A bus trip from Cologne to Lübeck generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Lübeck was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Lübeck, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $40 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Lübeck based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2026-01-08.
