The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Düsseldorf
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Düsseldorf will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cologne for Düsseldorf every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 34 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
FlixBus5:301h15Bergisch Gladbach, Busbahnhof (Bensberg U)6:45Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus5:301h15Bergisch Gladbach, Busbahnhof (Bensberg U)6:45Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne to Düsseldorf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 34 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Düsseldorf bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Düsseldorf coaches for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:30 Cologne | 0h20 | 20:50 Düsseldorf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:30 Cologne | 0h40 | 21:10 Düsseldorf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:30 Cologne | 0h10 | 21:40 Düsseldorf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
FlixBus | 5:30 Bergisch Gladbach, Busbahnhof (Bensberg U) | 1h15 | 6:45 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Cologne to Düsseldorf coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of KVB Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe AG or DB Bus to find the best option for your trip from Cologne to Düsseldorf.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cologne to Düsseldorf.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cologne to Düsseldorf.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Düsseldorf
Buses from Cologne to Düsseldorf run on average 4 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 34 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 34 km |
Average bus duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, KVB Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe AG, DB Bus from Cologne to DüsseldorfYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Düsseldorf with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, KVB Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe AG, DB Bus for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Düsseldorf coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, 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
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Düsseldorf
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 725, 738, 752, 754, 834 Metro: U75, U78, U79 Train: S1, S6, S11
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