What is the distance between Trier and Cologne?

About 83 miles (133 km) separate Trier and Cologne.

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

If you're headed to Cologne from Trier, chances are that your bus will leave from Bushaltestelle Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

Once in Cologne, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Historic Town Hall, Flora and Botanical Garden, Lanxess Arena, Roman Praetorium and Boat tours on the Rhine.

Bus Trier to Cologne from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Trier to Cologne on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:35am	Bushaltestelle Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	9:15am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:45pm	Bushaltestelle Hauptbahnhof	9h 10m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Trier to Cologne on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:20am	Bushaltestelle Hauptbahnhof	2h 25m	1:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest

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Compare 3 ways to go from Trier 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 and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

83 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $63	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$24 - $137	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $21	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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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.

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Where are the popular stops in Trier and Cologne?

Stops in Trier

A - Bushaltestelle Hauptbahnhof

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 traveling from Trier to Cologne by bus

What is the distance between Trier and Cologne?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Trier to Cologne?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$32

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$15

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$19

The cheapest trip from Trier to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $32 for a bus ticket from Trier to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-11-21.