Bus from Dortmund to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 31 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Dortmund
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
FlixbusBus
Dortmund
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße Fastest
FlixbusBus
Dortmund
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixbusBus
Dortmund
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixbusBus
Dortmund
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:31 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 £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day
1hAverage duration
46 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£7 - £43Average duration2h 40m
2kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£8 - £39Average duration1h 16m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£3 - £10Average duration1h
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dortmund to Cologne

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 Dortmund to Cologne?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Dortmund to Cologne start from £7. The average price for this route is around £10. 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 Dortmund to Cologne?

    The average bus journey time from Dortmund to Cologne is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 47 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 5 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 04:40. And the latest bus departs at 20:40.

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

    A bus journey from Dortmund to Cologne 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 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 11248 reviews.

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

    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 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.

  9. 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
29/12
£9
30/12
£8
Today
£7
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