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TomorrowJul 27
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MonJul 28
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TueJul 29
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WedJul 30
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ThuJul 31
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FriAug 1
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: ZOB am Hbf
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Cologne
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Düsseldorf Airport
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Düsseldorf to Cologne

Bus
Average PriceUS$12 - US$37Average Duration1h 30m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$7 - US$66Average Duration35m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$3 - US$12Average Duration40m
1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Düsseldorf to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day
40mAverage Duration
US$3Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Düsseldorf to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$14
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 30m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure1:15pm
Distance52 km
Latest bus departure7:35pm

Düsseldorf to Cologne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Düsseldorf - Cologne

  1. What is the travel distance from Düsseldorf to Cologne?

    Düsseldorf and Cologne are 35 km (22 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Düsseldorf to Cologne?

    Buses departing from ZOB am Hbf in Düsseldorf will take you to Cologne/Bonn Airport in Cologne.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-24
US$4
07-25
US$5
Today
US$5
07-27
US$4
07-28
US$4
07-29
US$5
07-30
US$4
07-31
US$4
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Cologne was searched and found on Jul 31, 2025 with a price of US$4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Düsseldorf to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$4 to US$10 for a bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$4 which is on 2025-07-31.

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