What are the most popular routes to Germany?
| Route | Average price | Average duration | Daily departures | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cologne - Paris | Average price£36 | Average duration8h 50m | Daily departures18 | |
| Cologne - Paris | Average price£81 | Average duration3h 26m | Daily departures6 | |
| Frankfurt am Main - Paris | Average price£36 | Average duration11h 10m | Daily departures33 | |
| Munich - Paris | Average price£53 | Average duration15h 35m | Daily departures31 | |
| Karlsruhe - Paris | Average price£41 | Average duration9h 30m | Daily departures9 | |
| Düsseldorf - Frankfurt am Main | Average price£51 | Average duration2h 21m | Daily departures188 | |
| Düsseldorf - Frankfurt am Main | Average price£17 | Average duration3h 40m | Daily departures11 | |
| Cologne - Basel | Average price£39 | Average duration12h 35m | Daily departures4 | |
| Saarbrücken - Paris | Average price£23 | Average duration5h 55m | Daily departures8 | |
| Mannheim - Cologne | Average price£54 | Average duration16h 55m | Daily departures3 |
What popular bus companies operate in Germany?
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Frequently asked questions about travelling in Germany
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a coach ticket cost in Germany?
Bus travel in Germany is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was £36. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
Example fares in Germany:
Cologne ↔ Paris (average: £36)
Frankfurt am Main ↔ Paris (average: £36)
Munich ↔ Paris (average: £53)What is the best way to travel around Germany?
While you can choose between different modes of transport, Buses, Trains and Carpools are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Germany:
- Train: 15592 routes
- Bus: 9368 routes
- Carpool: 4024 routesHow do I book coach and train tickets in Germany?
Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare timetables and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.
Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Germany?
When buying Bus or Train tickets in Germany with Busbud we accept the following payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, China Union Pay, Diners Club Canada, Discover Click to Pay, JCB payment, Google Pay
Currency: Euro (EUR) is the main currency.How do I travel from Cologne to Paris by bus?
The bus is the most popular way to travel from Cologne to Paris
Travel time: 8h 50m
Ticket prices: From £36
Frequency: 18 departures daily
Recommended operators: BlaBlaCar Bus, MarinoBus, ALSA, FlixBus, Sindbad, Flibco, RegioJet, Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur, KLR BusHow do I get from Germany to neighbouring countries by bus or train?
The buses that connect to major cities in neighbouring countries are:
Cologne ↔ Paris, France
Frankfurt am Main ↔ Paris, France
Munich ↔ Paris, France
The trains connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
Cologne ↔ Paris, France
Cologne ↔ Zürich, Switzerland
Cologne ↔ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Munich ↔ Zürich, SwitzerlandWhat are the most popular airports in Germany?
You can find train and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Dusseldorf Airport, Frankfurt Airport, Stuttgart Airport, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Munich Airport, Hamburg Airport, Memmingen Airport, Friedrichshafen Airport, Frankfurt Hahn Airport