How much is the bus ticket from Kaiserslautern to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Kaiserslautern to Cologne start from $42. The average price for this route is around $47. 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 Kaiserslautern to Cologne?

The average bus trip duration from Kaiserslautern to Cologne is 6h 15m, covering a distance of 104 miles (167 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Kaiserslautern to Cologne route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kaiserslautern to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Kaiserslautern to Cologne at 5:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kaiserslautern to Cologne?

A bus trip from Kaiserslautern to Cologne generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Kaiserslautern to Cologne from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Kaiserslautern to Cologne on December 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:40am	Kaiserslautern	6h 25m	12:05pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Kaiserslautern	5h 15m	1:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	11:45am	Kaiserslautern	5h 40m	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	11:45am	Kaiserslautern	6h 15m	6:00pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	10:20pm	Kaiserslautern	4h 35m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Kaiserslautern to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

109 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $85	Average Duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $231	Average Duration3h 19m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $30	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Kaiserslautern and Cologne?

Stops in Kaiserslautern

A
Hertelsbrunnenring / Zschockestr
Guimaraes-Platz 1, 67655 Kaiserslautern
B
Kaiserslautern - ZOB
Glockenstraße 78, 67655 Kaiserslautern, Germany
Visit page
C
Kaiserslautern, DE
Rummelstraße 11, 67655 Kaiserslautern, Germany
D
Kaiserslautern Busbahnhof
Hertelsbrunnenring 1, 67657 Kaiserslautern, Germany
E
Kaiserslautern Bushaltestelle Messeplatz
Messepl., 67655 Kaiserslautern, Germany

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

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FlixBus

3.5/511,702 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kaiserslautern to Cologne 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 Kaiserslautern to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kaiserslautern to Cologne start from $42. The average price for this route is around $47. 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 Kaiserslautern to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Kaiserslautern to Cologne is 6h 15m, covering a distance of 104 miles (167 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Kaiserslautern to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kaiserslautern to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Kaiserslautern to Cologne at 5:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kaiserslautern to Cologne?
A bus trip from Kaiserslautern to Cologne generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

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$40

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$38

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The cheapest trip from Kaiserslautern to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $38

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

You can expect to pay from $38 to $54 for a bus ticket from Kaiserslautern to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-12-25.