Bus from Dortmund to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on August 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
ZOB
Cologne/Bonn AirportCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:36 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Dortmund to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour 21 minutes and with fares starting at just CN¥65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27train per day
1h 21mAverage Duration
46 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceCN¥65 - CN¥152Average Duration2h 35m
2kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceCN¥65 - CN¥759Average Duration1h 21m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Dortmund to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Dortmund to Cologne start from CN¥65. The average price for this route is around CN¥89. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus trip duration from Dortmund to Cologne is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 44 miles (71 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time 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.

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

    A bus trip from Dortmund to Cologne generates an estimated 1.76645 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. 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 12477 reviews.

  7. 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.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Dortmund to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dortmund to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveler 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
08/11
CN¥62
08/12
CN¥62
Today
CN¥62
08/14
CN¥123
08/15
CN¥62
08/16
CN¥107
08/17
CN¥62
08/18
CN¥62
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dortmund to Cologne was searched and found on Aug 13, 2026 with a price of CN¥62

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 CN¥62 to CN¥123 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 CN¥62 which is on 2026-08-15.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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