Mainz to Cologne bus with BlaBlaCar

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Mainz to Cologne

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£32

Fastest journey

5 h 50 m

Average duration

6 h 40 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

141 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Mainz to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Mainz to Cologne will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Mainz for Cologne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 141 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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.

FlixBus
20:407h30
Mainz
04:10Cologne
£271One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
10:205h50
Mainz
16:10Cologne
£371One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Mainz to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 141 km

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Train

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

£39

Average Price

2h 44m

Average total duration

2h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Mainz to Cologne bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
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meinfernbus_flixbus20:40 Mainz
7h30
04:10 Cologne0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Mainz to Cologne

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Buses from Mainz to Cologne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
141 km
Average bus duration
2h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
2h 10m
First bus
04:55
Last bus
23:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Mainz to CologneYou can travel by bus between Mainz to Cologne with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 50m
Cheapest Price
£21
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Mainz to Cologne coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Mainz to Cologne with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Mainz to Cologne.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Mainz to Cologne can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Mainz to Cologne is £18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Mainz to Cologne coach travel time is 2 h 55 min   for the 87 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Mainz to Cologne leaves at 04: 54. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Mainz to Cologne leaves at 21: 40.
There are 5 coaches a day from Mainz to Cologne which require at least one change with BlaBlaCar or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Mainz to Cologne you can take a coach with BlaBlaCar or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Mainz to Cologne on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Cologne from Mainz is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Mainz to Cologne by coach is September.
You have options as you can travel to Cologne from Mainz 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Mainz to Cologne has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Mainz to Cologne.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Mainz to Cologne.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Mainz to Cologne.
    No, luggage for the coach from Mainz to Cologne needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Mainz to Cologne.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Mainz to Cologne.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Mainz to Cologne.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Mainz to Cologne.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Mainz and Cologne

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    The major coach station for departures in Mainz is Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz) for your trip from Mainz to Cologne.
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