Are there accessibility options when taking a coach from Cologne to Dortmund?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cologne to Dortmund: FlixBus Assistance Priority boarding Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Is luggage included in the coach ticket price from Cologne to Dortmund?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Dortmund: FlixBus One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Can I bring my pet on board the coach from Cologne to Dortmund?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cologne to Dortmund. The following conditions apply: FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Dortmund

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£9

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£10

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

1 h 45 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

2 h 14 m

Buses on 17 Sept

Distance

74 km

Cheap tickets

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 £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.

Fast coaches

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 9 buses from Cologne to Dortmund, including 9 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 74 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.

FlixBus
8:502h00
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
10:50Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
£91One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
22:102h55
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
1:05Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
5:103h10
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
8:20Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
23:352h15
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
1:50Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
9:201h45
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
11:05Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
£101One-way
0 changes

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 an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £8.

Distance: 74 km

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Coach	Most popular Train	Driving
£7 Average Price Cheapest	£8 Average Price	£12 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	- CO2 emissions
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Dortmund is a coach with an average price of £7.

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Dortmund:

A coach is £0.69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Dortmund costing on average £8.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Dortmund is by train with an average journey time of 1h 26m.

Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne and Dortmund including taking a train and coach.

Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 1h 32m versus 1h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Cologne to Dortmund bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Dortmund coaches for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
FlixBus	23:35 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	2h15	1:50 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf	0 changesdirect
Thursday 17 September
FlixBus	5:10 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	3h10	8:20 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	5:30 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	2h50	8:20 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	8:50 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	2h00	10:50 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	9:00 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	2h40	11:40 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	9:20 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	1h45	11:05 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	16:05 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	2h30	18:35 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	17:45 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	3h25	21:10 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	22:10 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)	2h55	1:05 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf	0 changesdirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cologne to Dortmund

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Buses from Cologne to Dortmund run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 74 km distance in 1h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

74 km

Average bus duration

1h 32m

Cheapest ticket price

£5

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

1h 45m

First bus

3:40

Last bus

23:55

Cheapest Month

May

Cheapest Day

Mon

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Fri

Best time to book

28 days

Price information

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

FlixBus

About

FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average FlixBus Duration

1h 45m

Cheapest FlixBus Price

£5

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

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.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Learn more about FlixBus

BlaBlaCar

About

BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."

Luggage & cancellation policy

BlaBlaCar frequency

4 a day

Complete guide to Dortmund

Things to do in Dortmund

Discover the best of Dortmund — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dortmund trip today.

Must visit

Museum Ostwall im Dortmunder U

Major museum for 20th- and 21st-century art in the Dortmunder U, with changing exhibitions and city views from the upper floors.

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Must visit

Deutsches Fußballmuseum

Interactive football museum beside the main station, covering German football history with media installations and trophies.

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Recommended

LWL-Museum Zeche Zollern

Museum at Zollern Colliery presenting Ruhr industrial history in a striking Art Nouveau machine hall and heritage complex.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while public transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: €2.80-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.

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.

Cheap coach tickets from Cologne to Dortmund can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cologne to Dortmund is £7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by coach from Cologne to Dortmund is 1h 45m to travel the 74 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest coach from Cologne to Dortmund leaves at 3:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Cologne to Dortmund leaves at 23:55.

Yes, there are 10 direct coaches a day from Cologne to Dortmund with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

When taking a coach from Cologne to Dortmund, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Dortmund. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cologne and Dortmund and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Cologne , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen), Leverkusen, Bf Mitte, Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) . When arriving in Dortmund , you can end your route in coach stations like Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf, Bochum, Hbf.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen), which is located around 13 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf, located 0 away from the city centre.

A day trip to Dortmund from Cologne is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Cologne to Dortmund is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne and Dortmund including taking a train and coach.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cologne to Dortmund:

FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cologne to Dortmund for coach company FlixBus.

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cologne to Dortmund depends on the coach companies:

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.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cologne to Dortmund.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Dortmund:

FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Dortmund:

FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cologne to Dortmund. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cologne to Dortmund with the following coach company: FlixBus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cologne to Dortmund with the following coach company: FlixBus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cologne to Dortmund with the following coach company: FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Dortmund

Most Cologne to Dortmund buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Dortmund bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Cologne

Arrival bus stations in Dortmund

Which Cologne station do buses to Dortmund leave from?

Buses from Cologne to Dortmund leave from Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen). The station is 13 km from Cologne city centre at Kennedystrasse, Koln, Germany.

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)Kennedystrasse, Koln, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 8m · £4 · every ~2 min

Rb26 · 12m · £4

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.

More about Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)Kennedystrasse, 51147 Koln, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 16m · £4 · every ~2 min

Rb26 · 20m · £4

Re · 21m · every ~2 min

BusS19, S12 · 27m · £4

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.