How much is the bus ticket from Dortmund to Cologne?

The cheapest coach tickets from Dortmund to Cologne start from MAD 81. The average price for this route is around MAD 104. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Dortmund to Cologne?

The average bus journey time from Dortmund to Cologne is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 44 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Cologne route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dortmund to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Cologne at 05:05. And the latest bus departs at 20:40.

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

A bus journey from Dortmund to Cologne produces an estimated 1.7645499999999996 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Dortmund to Cologne?

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 11630 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Dortmund to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

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 Dortmund to Cologne from MAD 57 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 2 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:25	Dortmund	1h 55m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	08:15	Dortmund	2h 55m	11:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	09:45	Dortmund	3h 20m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	12:35	Dortmund	2h 50m	15:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 3 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:25	Dortmund	1h 55m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	05:05	Dortmund	2h 35m	07:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 50m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	09:45	Dortmund	3h 20m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 4 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 50m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	05:05	Dortmund	2h 35m	07:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	08:15	Dortmund	2h 55m	11:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	09:45	Dortmund	3h 20m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 5 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 50m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	18:25	Dortmund	1h 25m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	05:05	Dortmund	2h 35m	07:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	08:15	Dortmund	2h 55m	11:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	09:45	Dortmund	3h 20m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 6 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:25	Dortmund	1h 55m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	18:25	Dortmund	1h 25m	19:50	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	05:05	Dortmund	2h 35m	07:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 50m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	08:15	Dortmund	2h 55m	11:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 7 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:25	Dortmund	1h 55m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	05:05	Dortmund	2h 35m	07:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 50m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	09:45	Dortmund	3h 20m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 8 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:25	Dortmund	1h 55m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	05:05	Dortmund	2h 35m	07:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 50m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	08:15	Dortmund	2h 55m	11:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 00:12 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Dortmund to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour 17 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18train per day

1h 17mAverage duration

46 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceMAD 81 - MAD 142	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceMAD 91 - MAD 893	Average duration1h 17m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Cologne?

Stops in Dortmund

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

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,568 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/511,718 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.6

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dortmund to Cologne

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

How much is the bus ticket from Dortmund to Cologne?
The cheapest coach tickets from Dortmund to Cologne start from MAD 81. The average price for this route is around MAD 104. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Dortmund to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Dortmund to Cologne is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 44 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dortmund to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Cologne at 05:05. And the latest bus departs at 20:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dortmund to Cologne?
A bus journey from Dortmund to Cologne produces an estimated 1.7645499999999996 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Dortmund to Cologne?
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 11630 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Dortmund to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dortmund to Cologne?
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

30/04

MAD 74

01/05

MAD 80

Today

MAD 86

03/05

MAD 74

04/05

MAD 75

05/05

MAD 69

06/05

MAD 63

07/05

MAD 57

The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Cologne was searched and found on 7 May 2026 with a price of MAD 57

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 57 to MAD 126 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 57, which is on 2026-05-07.