Cologne to Bonn

Travelling between Cologne and Bonn is possible by Bus, ferry and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Ferry is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 66.93 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 33.29.

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 3 hours to travel between Cologne and Bonn depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Cologne and Bonn. Train will bring you to your destination in 19m. Ferry does a much slower job and take about 2h 5m to reach Bonn.

Travelling between Cologne and Bonn can be as cheap as USD 33.29 if you opt for a CD train and as expensive as USD 66.93 if you buy a CD Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

• 56 from Cologne to Bonn starting from 00:37 Cologne Hbf until 06:32 Cologne Hbf

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Cologne to Bonn.

Bus

Travelling from Cologne to Bonn overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Cologne and Bonn

FlixBus

Ferry

Ferry may be a tiring experience especially if you are prone to seasickness and often is not the cheapest option available but it almost always makes for a very picturesque journey.

Things to remember: Ferry rides may be cancelled due to rough seas.

Companies operating ferry routes between Cologne and Bonn

KD Ferries

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

• 100% opted for a bus