How much is the bus ticket from Dortmund to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Dortmund to Cologne start from $13. The average price for this route is around $16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Dortmund to Cologne?

The average bus travel time from Dortmund to Cologne is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 76 km. The quickest bus can get 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 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dortmund to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Cologne at 5:05am. And the latest bus departs at 8:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Dortmund to Cologne generates an estimated 1.8766749999999996 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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 11525 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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 $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on April 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25pm	Dortmund	1h 55m	8:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	Dortmund	1h 10m	8:45pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:05am	Dortmund	2h 35m	7:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:15am	Dortmund	2h 50m	8:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	9:45am	Dortmund	3h 20m	1:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on April 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Dortmund	1h 45m	9:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	Dortmund	1h 10m	8:45pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:05am	Dortmund	2h 35m	7:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:15am	Dortmund	2h 50m	8:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Dortmund	2h 55m	11:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on April 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25pm	Dortmund	1h 55m	8:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	Dortmund	1h 10m	8:45pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:05am	Dortmund	2h 35m	7:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:15am	Dortmund	2h 50m	8:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Dortmund	2h 55m	11:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on April 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25pm	Dortmund	1h 55m	8:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	Dortmund	1h 10m	8:45pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:05am	Dortmund	2h 35m	7:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:15am	Dortmund	2h 50m	8:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	9:45am	Dortmund	3h 20m	1:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on April 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25pm	Dortmund	1h 55m	8:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	Dortmund	1h 10m	8:45pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:05am	Dortmund	2h 35m	7:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:15am	Dortmund	2h 50m	8:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Dortmund	2h 55m	11:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on April 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25pm	Dortmund	1h 55m	8:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	Dortmund	1h 10m	8:45pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:05am	Dortmund	2h 35m	7:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:15am	Dortmund	2h 50m	8:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Dortmund	2h 55m	11:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on April 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25pm	Dortmund	1h 55m	8:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	Dortmund	1h 10m	8:45pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:05am	Dortmund	2h 35m	7:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:15am	Dortmund	2h 50m	8:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Dortmund	2h 55m	11:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:06 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Dortmund to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

2h 35mAverage Duration

76 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $22	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$14 - $74	Average Duration1h 16m	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

3.5/512,387 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,565 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.6

DE bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $13. The average price for this route is around $16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dortmund to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Dortmund to Cologne is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 76 km. The quickest bus can get 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 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dortmund to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Cologne at 5:05am. And the latest bus departs at 8:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dortmund to Cologne?
A bus trip from Dortmund to Cologne generates an estimated 1.8766749999999996 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 11525 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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

03-30

$12

03-31

$12

Today

$13

04-02

$12

04-03

$13

04-04

$13

04-05

$13

04-06

$14

The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Cologne was searched and found on Mar 31, 2026 with a price of $12

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 $12 to $17 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 $12 which is on 2026-04-02.