Bus Tickets from Cologne to Düsseldorf

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Next departures for Cologne to Düsseldorf on October 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Bensberg Busbahnhof
ZOB am HbfCheapestFastest
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Düsseldorf AirportNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Düsseldorf

Bus
Average PriceUS$6 - US$21Average Duration1h 30m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$6 - US$57Average Duration35m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$3 - US$7Average Duration30m
1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Düsseldorf

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Düsseldorf. The journey takes about 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day
30mAverage Duration
US$3Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Düsseldorf: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$12
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 30m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure4:30am
Distance34 km
Latest bus departure3:15pm

Cologne to Düsseldorf Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Düsseldorf

  1. What is the distance between Cologne and Düsseldorf?

    It's about 35 km (22 miles) from Cologne to Düsseldorf.

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne, and end it at ZOB am Hbf, in Düsseldorf.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10-02
US$10
10-03
US$10
Today
US$10
10-05
US$5
10-06
US$4
10-07
US$4
10-08
US$9
10-09
US$4
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Düsseldorf was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of US$4

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

You can expect to pay from US$4 to US$13 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Düsseldorf based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$4 which is on 2025-10-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cologne to Düsseldorf.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 Düsseldorf, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Düsseldorf.

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

Did you know?

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

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

Bus from Düsseldorf to Cologne

You can also go to Düsseldorf by train

Train from Cologne to Düsseldorf

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