The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Saarbrücken
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Saarbrücken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Saarbrücken will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cologne for Saarbrücken every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cologne to Saarbrücken
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Saarbrücken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 189 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Saarbrücken bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Saarbrücken coaches for today, Friday 30 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 3h45 | 14:35 Saarbrücken | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:15 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 3h15 | 01:30 Saarbrücken | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Saarbrücken
Buses from Cologne to Saarbrücken run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 189 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 189 km |
Average bus duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 02:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Wupsi, RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk. from Cologne to SaarbrückenYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Saarbrücken with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Wupsi, RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk. for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
Infobus
BlaBlaCar
Wupsi
RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk.
FAQs: Cologne to Saarbrücken coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Saarbrücken by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saarbrücken, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Saarbrücken
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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