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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
46 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 13 buses that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Dortmund Hbf on Thu, May 07, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 75 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 50 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.
5:00 PM0h40Cologne Bonn Airport5:40 PMDortmund Hbf$51One-way0 transfers- 8:10 PM0h40Cologne Bonn Airport8:50 PMDortmund Hbf$51One-way0 transfers
- 6:00 AM0h50Cologne Bonn Airport6:50 AMDortmund Hbf$51One-way0 transfers
- 4:00 PM0h50Cologne Bonn Airport4:50 PMDortmund Hbf$71One-way0 transfers
- 7:20 AM0h50Cologne Bonn Airport8:10 AMDortmund Hbf$71One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM0h40Cologne Bonn Airport5:40 PMDortmund Hbf$51One-way0 transfers
- 8:10 PM0h40Cologne Bonn Airport8:50 PMDortmund Hbf$51One-way0 transfers
- 6:00 AM0h50Cologne Bonn Airport6:50 AMDortmund Hbf$51One-way0 transfers
- 4:00 PM0h50Cologne Bonn Airport4:50 PMDortmund Hbf$71One-way0 transfers
- 7:20 AM0h50Cologne Bonn Airport8:10 AMDortmund Hbf$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 46 miles (75 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Dortmund Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 38m.
Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $18 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€7). The journey takes 1h 37m versus 1h 8m 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, Union Ivkoni.
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.
Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 5:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 3h10 | 8:20 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h50 | 8:20 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h00 | 9:50 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h40 | 11:40 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h45 | 6:30 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 3h25 | 9:10 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h55 | 1:05 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2h15 | 1:50 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf
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Buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:10, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 4:10 AM |
Last bus 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund HbfYou can travel by bus between Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dortmund Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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