How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Dortmund?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Dortmund start from $13. The average price for this route is around $16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Dortmund?

The average bus travel time from Cologne to Dortmund is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 76 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Cologne to Dortmund route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Dortmund?

The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Dortmund at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Dortmund?

A bus trip from Cologne to Dortmund generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Cologne to Dortmund?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Dortmund?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Dortmund?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Dortmund?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cologne to Dortmund from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cologne to Dortmund on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h	9:50am	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05pm	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	5:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	8:20am	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 50m	8:20am	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	10:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1h 45m	12:05pm	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dortmund on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h	9:50am	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05pm	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	5:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	8:20am	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 50m	8:20am	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	10:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1h 45m	12:05pm	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dortmund on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1h 45m	12:05pm	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05pm	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	5:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	8:20am	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	5:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 25m	9:10pm	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	8:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 55m	11:35pm	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dortmund on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1h 45m	12:05pm	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05pm	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	5:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	8:20am	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 50m	8:20am	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 40m	6:25pm	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dortmund on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h	9:50am	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05pm	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	5:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	8:20am	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 50m	8:20am	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	10:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1h 45m	12:05pm	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dortmund on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h	9:50am	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05pm	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	5:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	8:20am	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	10:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1h 45m	12:05pm	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 40m	6:25pm	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Dortmund on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h	9:50am	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05pm	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	5:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	8:20am	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 50m	8:20am	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	10:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1h 45m	12:05pm	Dortmund	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:30 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Dortmund

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

74 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $40	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$14 - $78	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $21	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Dortmund?

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Stops in Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
Visit page
B
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
C
Dortmund Bushaltestelle
Dortmund, Germany
Visit page
D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,547 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,205 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Dortmund by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Dortmund?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Dortmund start from $13. The average price for this route is around $16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Dortmund?
The average bus travel time from Cologne to Dortmund is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 76 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Dortmund route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Dortmund?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Dortmund at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Dortmund?
A bus trip from Cologne to Dortmund generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cologne to Dortmund?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Dortmund?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-05

$12

12-06

$11

Today

$14

12-08

$11

12-09

$10

12-10

$10

12-11

$10

12-12

$10

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Dortmund was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Dortmund, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $10 to $20 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-12-09.