Bus from Cologne to Dortmund: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cologne to Dortmund on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
DortmundCheapest
FlixbusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
DortmundFastest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
DortmundNo tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
DortmundNo tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
DortmundNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Dortmund

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day
1hAverage duration
46 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£7 - £24Average duration2h 40m
2kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£8 - £41Average duration1h 20m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£3 - £12Average duration1h
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Dortmund

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Dortmund start from £7. The average price for this route is around £9. 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 journey from Cologne to Dortmund?

    The average bus journey time from Cologne to Dortmund is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 40 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Dortmund?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Dortmund at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

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

    A bus journey from Cologne to Dortmund produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Cologne to Dortmund?

    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 11143 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Dortmund?

    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.

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

    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
25/11
£5
26/11
£6
Today
£6
28/11
£6
29/11
£6
30/11
£6
01/12
£5
02/12
£5
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Dortmund was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £5

To 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 £5 to £8 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 £5, which is on 2025-12-02.

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