How to get from Köln to Bonn by bus and train?

From Köln to Bonn by bus and train

To get from Köln to Bonn in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), take the 117 bus from Köln Zündorf station to Bonn Hbf station. Next, take the RB26 train from Bonn Hbf station to Bad Godesberg - Bonn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Köln may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Bonn on the Moovit app.

72min
Bus - 117117
Train - RB26RB26
Walk to Bonn
Leaves from Köln Zündorf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Köln
  • 2
    Bus - 117117
    Wait for bus
    117
    Bonn Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bonn Hbf
    52 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bonn Hbf
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RB26RB26
    Wait for train
    RB26
    Mainz Hbf
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bad Godesberg - Bonn
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bonn
    Walk to
    Bonn
    450 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Köln to Bonn by light rail

To get from Köln to Bonn in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), take the 7 light rail from Köln Zündorf station to Köln Neumarkt station. Next, take the 16 light rail from Köln Neumarkt station to Bonn Bad Godesberg Stadthalle station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 51 min. The bus and train schedule from Köln may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Bonn on the Moovit app.

111min
Light Rail - 77
Light Rail - 1616
Walk to Bonn
Leaves from Köln Zündorf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from light rail station
    Start from light rail station
    Köln
  • 2
    Light Rail - 77
    Wait for light rail
    7
    Köln Moltkestr.
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Köln Neumarkt
    28 min
  • 4
    Light Rail - 1616
    Wait for light rail
    16
    Bonn Bad Godesberg Stadthalle
  • 5
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Bonn Bad Godesberg Stadthalle
    69 min
  • 6
    Walk to Bonn
    Walk to
    Bonn
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Köln to Bonn

The distance between Köln, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Bonn, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 34.28 km, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Köln to Bonn by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Köln to Bonn

To check the bus and train schedule from Köln to Bonn using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Köln) and destination (Bonn), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Köln to Bonn by light rail

To get from Köln to Bonn in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), take the 7 light rail from Köln Zündorf station to Köln Neumarkt station. Next, take the 16 light rail from Köln Neumarkt station to Bonn Bad Godesberg Stadthalle station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 51 min. The bus and train schedule from Köln may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Bonn on the Moovit app.

111min
Light Rail - 77
Light Rail - 1616
Walk to Bonn
Leaves from Köln Zündorf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from light rail station
    Start from light rail station
    Köln
  • 2
    Light Rail - 77
    Wait for light rail
    7
    Köln Moltkestr.
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Köln Neumarkt
    28 min
  • 4
    Light Rail - 1616
    Wait for light rail
    16
    Bonn Bad Godesberg Stadthalle
  • 5
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Bonn Bad Godesberg Stadthalle
    69 min
  • 6
    Walk to Bonn
    Walk to
    Bonn
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Köln to Bonn?

    The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Bus line 117, Train line RB26.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Köln to Bonn?

    The alternative route takes 111 minutes, using Light Rail line 7, Light Rail line 16.

  • Is there a direct bus between Köln and Bonn in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 12 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Köln to Bonn in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    The 117 bus line goes from Bonn Hbf station near Köln to Bonn Hbf station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Bonn Hbf station near Bonn in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • How long does it take to travel from Köln to Bonn in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Köln and Bonn in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by bus and train is about 1 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Köln to get to Bonn in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get on the 117 bus from the Bonn Hbf stop near Köln in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Köln and Bonn in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get off the bus at the Bonn Hbf station, which is closest to Bonn in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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