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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Dortmund | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Dortmund | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Dortmund | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Dortmund | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Dortmund | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Dortmund
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 1 hour 13 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Dortmund?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- 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
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen - BBrinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
- CDortmund, Germany
- D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Dortmund 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 Cologne to Dortmund?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Dortmund start from $9. The average price for this route is around $11. 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 Cologne to Dortmund?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Dortmund is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 47 miles (76 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Dortmund route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Dortmund?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Dortmund at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Dortmund?
A bus trip from Cologne to Dortmund generates an estimated 1.8766749999999996 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Dortmund was searched and found on Mar 30, 2026 with a price of $9To 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 $9 to $33 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 $9 which is on 2026-04-04.
