The cheapest and fastest coaches from Trier to Cologne
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Trier to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trier to Cologne will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 4 buses that leave Trier for Cologne every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 133 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
17:302h00Trier19:30Cologne£121One-way0 changes
4:502h10Trier7:00Cologne£121One-way0 changes
FlixBus18:302h50Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)21:20Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£131One-way0 changes
15:202h50Trier18:10Cologne£191One-way0 changes
17:302h00Trier19:30Cologne£121One-way0 changes
4:502h10Trier7:00Cologne£121One-way0 changes
FlixBus18:302h50Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)21:20Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)£131One-way0 changes
15:202h50Trier18:10Cologne£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Trier to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trier to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. 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 £9, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 133 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare prices and tickets Trier to Cologne by train or coach
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Why should you book Trier to Cologne coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Trier to Cologne.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Trier to Cologne
Buses from Trier to Cologne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:00, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 133 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 133 km |
Average bus duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 2:00 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Trier to CologneYou can travel by bus between Trier to Cologne with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Trier to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trier to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Trier and Cologne
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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