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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Dortmund | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Dortmund | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Dortmund | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Dortmund | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Dortmund | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go 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 $4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Dortmund?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- 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
- ABrinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
- B
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen - CDortmund, Germany
- D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany
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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 $17. 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 30m, 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 12 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 11:55pm.
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 11278 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.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Dortmund was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $8To 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 $8 to $38 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 $8 which is on 2026-01-12.
