Bus Tickets from Cologne to Dortmund

Next departures

Next departures for Cologne to Dortmund on October 6
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
DortmundCheapest
Flixbus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
DortmundFastest
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
DortmundNo tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
DortmundNo tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
DortmundNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Dortmund

Bus
Average PriceUS$9 - US$34Average Duration2h 30m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$10 - US$56Average Duration1h 20m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$4 - US$17Average Duration1h
3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Dortmund

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 US$4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day
1hAverage Duration
US$4Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Dortmund: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$11
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 30m
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure5:05am
Distance63 km
Latest bus departure11:40pm

Cologne to Dortmund Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Cologne to Dortmund, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Dortmund

  1. How far is Cologne from Dortmund?

    It's about 74 km (46 miles) from Cologne to Dortmund.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cologne to Dortmund?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne, and end it at Dortmund Hauptbahnhof, in Dortmund.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10-03
US$11
10-04
US$8
Today
US$10
10-06
US$6
10-07
US$7
10-08
US$6
10-09
US$6
10-10
US$7
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Dortmund was searched and found on Oct 8, 2025 with a price of US$6

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 US$6 to US$13 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 US$6 which is on 2025-10-08.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cologne to Dortmund.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cologne to Dortmund, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cologne to Dortmund that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cologne to Dortmund while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

Bus from Dortmund to Cologne

You can also go to Dortmund by train

Train from Cologne to Dortmund

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