How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Dortmund?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Dortmund start at R 147. The average price for this route is around R 188. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Dortmund?

The average bus journey time from Cologne to Dortmund is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 64 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Dortmund?

The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Dortmund at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

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

A bus trip from Cologne to Dortmund produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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 reviews on Busbud, 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 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 R 93 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cologne to Dortmund on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h	09:50	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	08:20	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	05:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 50m	08:20	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	10:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1h 45m	12:05	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Dortmund on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h	09:50	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	08:20	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	10:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1h 45m	12:05	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	17:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 25m	21:10	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Dortmund on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 55m	23:35	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	08:20	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	05:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 50m	08:20	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	07:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h	09:50	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Dortmund on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1h 45m	12:05	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	08:20	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	05:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 50m	08:20	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	07:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h	09:50	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Dortmund on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 55m	23:35	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	08:20	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	07:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h	09:50	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	10:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	1h 45m	12:05	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Dortmund on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 30m	01:45	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	08:20	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	05:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 50m	08:20	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	07:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h	09:50	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Dortmund on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 30m	01:45	Dortmund	Cheapest
Bus	10:55	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	1h 10m	12:05	Dortmund	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	3h 10m	08:20	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	05:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h 50m	08:20	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	07:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	2h	09:50	Dortmund	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:43 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel 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 R 81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

1hAverage duration

74 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 147 - R 486	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 163 - R 945	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 81 - R 251	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

3.5/511 623 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 230 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 147. The average price for this route is around R 188. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Dortmund?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Dortmund is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 64 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Dortmund?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Dortmund at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Dortmund?
A bus trip from Cologne to Dortmund produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 reviews on Busbud, 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 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

14/12

R 145

15/12

R 155

Today

R 135

17/12

R 125

18/12

R 146

19/12

R 145

20/12

R 145

21/12

R 166

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Dortmund was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 125

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 R 125 to R 425 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 R 125, which is on 2025-12-17.