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Rheinisches Landesmuseum Trier
Major archaeological museum with Roman mosaics, sculptures and everyday objects that explain ancient Trier clearly.
Cheapest price on 11 Oct
£12
Average ticket price on 11 Oct
£17
Fastest journey on 11 Oct
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 11 Oct
2 h 43 m
Buses on 11 Oct
3
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Trier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Trier will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
On Sun 11 Oct, we found 3 buses from Cologne to Trier, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 133 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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.
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FlixBusBuses from Cologne to Trier run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 133 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 133 km |
Average bus duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 2:35 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Trier coaches for today, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 20:15 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 2h50 | 23:05 Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 11 October | |||||
FlixBus | 8:25 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 3h05 | 11:30 Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 2h15 | 14:50 Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Major archaeological museum with Roman mosaics, sculptures and everyday objects that explain ancient Trier clearly.
Museum at Karl Marx’s birthplace, exploring his life, writings and global influence through documents and media.
City museum in a former monastery, presenting Trier’s urban history, art and decorative objects across centuries.
Market square framed by colourful historic façades, lively shops and the old market fountain in the city centre.
Pleasant palace gardens ideal for a walk, with lawns, flowers and views of nearby Roman and Baroque landmarks.
Central pedestrian street linking major sights, useful for shopping, people-watching and soaking up everyday Trier.
Smoked pork neck or chop cured and served with sauerkraut and potatoes. A hearty Saar-Ruwer staple long associated with the wider Trier region.
Potato dumplings traditionally filled with minced meat and often served with bacon cream sauce or sauerkraut. Common in the Hunsrück-Eifel area near Trier.
Potato pancakes fried until crisp, often eaten with apple sauce. A classic Rhineland comfort food widely enjoyed in and around Trier.
Elegant restaurant focused on refined seasonal cuisine and carefully selected wines, suited to a more formal meal.
Well-known casual restaurant with hearty German and regional food, local beer and a lively atmosphere near the centre.
Traditional wine tavern in the old town serving Mosel wines and regional dishes in a historic, cosy setting.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, dining and local transport are usually a little cheaper than in major tourist cities such as Munich or Frankfurt.
Service is not usually included. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) -> Porta Nigra, Trier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Trier 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 Trier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Trier buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Trier bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.
Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).
Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) is 1 km from Trier city centre. Public transport options include:
Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf). ATMs are available at Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf).
Ticket office support is available at Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf).
Available at Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf): Bus station is wheelchair accessible.
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