What's the distance between Dortmund and Cologne by coach?

The distance between Dortmund and Cologne by coach is approximately 46 miles (74 km).

What is the best way to go from Dortmund to Cologne without a car?

You can travel to Cologne from Dortmund by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Dortmund to Cologne from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:25	Dortmund	1h 55m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 55m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	20:40	Dortmund	3h	23:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	18:25	Dortmund	1h 25m	19:50	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:25	Dortmund	1h 55m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 50m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	09:45	Dortmund	3h 20m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	12:35	Dortmund	2h 40m	15:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 50m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 10m	07:25	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	08:15	Dortmund	2h 55m	11:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	09:45	Dortmund	3h 20m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	20:40	Dortmund	3h 5m	23:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 50m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 10m	07:25	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	08:15	Dortmund	2h 55m	11:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	09:45	Dortmund	3h 20m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	20:40	Dortmund	3h 5m	23:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:25	Dortmund	1h 55m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 50m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	09:45	Dortmund	3h 20m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 55m	21:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:25	Dortmund	1h 55m	20:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Dortmund	1h 10m	20:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	05:15	Dortmund	2h 50m	08:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	08:15	Dortmund	2h 55m	11:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	09:45	Dortmund	3h 20m	13:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day

1hAverage duration

46 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £26	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£7 - £49	Average duration1h 21m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £14	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

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Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Cologne?

Stops in Dortmund

A - Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

B - ZOB

C - Dortmund Bushaltestelle

D - Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dortmund to Cologne

What's the distance between Dortmund and Cologne by coach?
The distance between Dortmund and Cologne by coach is approximately 46 miles (74 km).
What is the best way to go from Dortmund to Cologne without a car?
You can travel to Cologne from Dortmund by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/11

£6

14/11

£6

Today

£6

16/11

£7

17/11

No data

18/11

£6

19/11

£7

20/11

£6

The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Cologne was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of £6

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

You can expect to pay from £6 to £9 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-11-20.