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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Dortmund
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
54 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Dortmund will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
Of the 12 buses that leave Cologne for Dortmund every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 74 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. 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 coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 74 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m 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 coaches for today, Saturday 13 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 04:10 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 3h10 | 07:20 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 2h00 | 08:50 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1h45 | 11:05 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:45 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 2h40 | 17:25 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:45 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 3h25 | 20:10 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 2h55 | 22:35 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 74 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 74 km |
Average bus duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 02:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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: Cologne to Dortmund coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Dortmund by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Dortmund
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParking
DiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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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