How much is the bus ticket from Dortmund to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Dortmund to Cologne start at R 157. The average price for this route is around R 197. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 64 km. The fastest bus gets 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 04:40. And the latest bus departs at 20:40.

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

A bus trip from Dortmund to Cologne 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 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 11197 reviews.

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

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 Dortmund to Cologne?

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 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 R 113 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 16 December
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	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	04:40	Dortmund	2h 40m	07:20	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 17 December
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	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	04:40	Dortmund	2h 40m	07:20	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 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:40	Dortmund	2h 40m	07:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
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
Bus	18:25	Dortmund	1h 55m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 55m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	04:40	Dortmund	2h 40m	07:20	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 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 55m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	04:40	Dortmund	2h 40m	07:20	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 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 55m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	04:40	Dortmund	2h 40m	07:20	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 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 55m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	04:40	Dortmund	2h 40m	07:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	04:55	Dortmund	2h 40m	07:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 50m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:36 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Cologne

We 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 R 61, 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 157 - R 486	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 163 - R 1 073	Average duration1h 21m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 61 - R 328	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Cologne?

Stops in Dortmund

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

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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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

3.5/511 624 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 Dortmund to Cologne 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 Dortmund to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dortmund to Cologne start at R 157. The average price for this route is around R 197. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 64 km. The fastest bus gets 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 04:40. And the latest bus departs at 20:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dortmund to Cologne?
A bus trip from Dortmund to Cologne 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 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 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Cologne?
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 Dortmund to Cologne?
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 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

14/12

R 166

15/12

R 166

Today

R 145

17/12

R 125

18/12

R 156

19/12

R 156

20/12

R 166

21/12

R 166

The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Cologne 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 Dortmund to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 125 to R 571 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 R 125, which is on 2025-12-17.