4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Dortmund
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
32 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Dortmund will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 14 buses that leave Cologne for Dortmund on Fri, Apr 03, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 03 the direct buses cover the 74 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest buses will take 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:00 PM0h40Cologne10:40 PMDortmund€21One-way0 transfers- 6:20 PM0h20Cologne6:40 PMDortmund€21One-way0 transfers
- 2:40 PM0h20Cologne3:00 PMDortmund€31One-way0 transfers
- 5:40 PM0h30Cologne6:10 PMDortmund€31One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM0h50Cologne9:50 AMDortmund€31One-way0 transfers
- 6:20 PM0h20Cologne6:40 PMDortmund€21One-way0 transfers
- 2:40 PM0h20Cologne3:00 PMDortmund€31One-way0 transfers
- 5:40 PM0h30Cologne6:10 PMDortmund€31One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 PM0h40Cologne10:40 PMDortmund€21One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM0h50Cologne9:50 AMDortmund€31One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 74 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price |
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Dortmund buses for today, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 5:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h00 | 7:50 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h40 | 9:40 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1h45 | 9:05 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h45 | 4:30 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 3h25 | 7:10 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:10 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h55 | 11:05 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h15 | 11:50 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, April 3 | |||||
| FlixBus | 3:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 3h10 | 6:20 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:30 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h50 | 6:20 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Dortmund
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Buses from Cologne to Dortmund run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 74 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 74 km |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 3:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to DortmundYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Dortmund with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Dortmund by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Dortmund
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Bistro Central (0.2 km)
- Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 452, 453, 460 Metro: U41, U45, U47, U49 Train: S1, S2, S5
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