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Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Dortmund
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixbus
Dortmund
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße Fastest
Flixbus
Dortmund
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
Dortmund
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
Dortmund
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Cologne

busbud logoWe recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just US$4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day
1hAverage duration
74 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$10 - US$33Average duration2h 35m
2kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$9 - US$63Average duration1h 21m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceUS$4 - US$18Average duration1h
3kg CO₂e

Bus Dortmund to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$11
Average bus trip duration2h 35m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure04:40
Distance63 km
Latest bus departure20:40

Dortmund to Cologne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Dortmund - Cologne

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Dortmund to Cologne cost?

    The bus ticket price from Dortmund to Cologne starts at US$10. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Dortmund to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Dortmund to Cologne?

    The average travel time between Dortmund and Cologne is around 2h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 74 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Dortmund and Cologne?

    The number of buses from Dortmund to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Dortmund to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Dortmund to Cologne?

    When taking the bus from Dortmund to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dortmund to Cologne?

    Buses travelling between Dortmund and Cologne leave from Dortmund Hauptbahnhof or ZOB and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

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

Best price found
29/10
US$8
30/10
US$8
Today
US$7
01/11
US$9
02/11
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03/11
US$7
04/11
US$8
05/11
US$8
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dortmund to Cologne was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$7

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 US$7 to US$12 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 US$7, which is on 2025-11-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Dortmund to Cologne will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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 bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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