Dortmund to Cologne by bus
Travelling from Dortmund to Cologne by bus takes about 1h 45m, run by FlixBus. A quicker option we found is train, at 1h 15m. The bus is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €4
- Total journey
- 1h 45m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- FlixBus
Omio catalogue, Sep 25 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Dortmund central to Cologne Airport CGN
FlixBus1h 45mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Dortmund to Cologne
FlixBus runs 33 scheduled departures a day, the first at 01:55 and the last at 20:40.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 33 | 01:55 | 20:40 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Bus facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the bus only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Bus operators
- FlixBus
- Timetable
- First bus at 01:55, last at 20:40, 33 a day with FlixBus.
- Good to know
- Direct bus, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €7Omio catalogue, Sep 25 | 1h 15mdirect | See Train details |
- Train€7Omio catalogue, Sep 251h 15m · directSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 25
Dortmund to Cologne by bus: common questions
How long does Dortmund to Cologne take by bus?
About 1h 45m, with no transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Dortmund to Cologne?
Omio publishes €4 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the bus from Dortmund to Cologne?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the train better?
The train is faster at 1h 15m. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Dortmund Cologne bus
- Dortmund to Cologne by bus
- bus ticket Dortmund to Cologne
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