The cheapest and fastest buses from Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 10 buses that leave Dortmund for Cologne Bonn Airport on Mon, Jul 06, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 06 the direct buses cover the 75 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Mon, Jul 06 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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.
FlixBus6:25 PM1h55Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf8:20 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:55 AM2h25Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf1:20 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:15 AM2h50Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf8:05 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:35 PM2h50Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf3:25 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:40 PM3h05Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf11:45 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:35 PM1h45Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf9:20 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:25 PM1h55Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf8:20 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:55 AM2h25Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf1:20 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:05 AM2h35Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf7:40 AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:00 PM2h45Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf7:45 PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)€101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 75 km
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport buses for today, Sunday, July 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 3h20 | 1:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2h25 | 1:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2h50 | 3:25 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2h45 | 7:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1h55 | 8:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1h45 | 9:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 3h05 | 11:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, July 6 | |||||
FlixBus | 5:05 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2h35 | 7:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2h50 | 8:05 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport
Buses from Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:15, the last at 19:40. The fastest bus covers the 75 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 75 km |
Average bus duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 4:15 AM |
Last bus 7:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Dortmund to Cologne Bonn AirportYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport 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 Cologne Bonn Airport, 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 Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport
Most Dortmund to Cologne Bonn Airport buses use the Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) station pair. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Cologne Bonn Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf bus station facilities and services
Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Express (in the station), Bistro Central (0.2 km), Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
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