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Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen K20
Major modern art museum with key works by Klee, Picasso and Kandinsky in a landmark black granite building.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
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 bus ticket from Cologne to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Düsseldorf will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cologne for Düsseldorf on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the 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 .
On Fri, Jun 19 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.
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio 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 bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus 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 bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 21 miles (34 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Düsseldorf:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Düsseldorf costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Train takes on average 38m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (31m by bus vs 41m by car) and save roughly $2 (€1) compared to fuel and tolls ($6 (€5) vs $8 (€6)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, DB Bus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Düsseldorf buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:50 PM Cologne | 0h20 | 7:10 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Cologne | 0h20 | 8:50 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Cologne | 0h40 | 9:10 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Cologne | 0h10 | 9:40 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Bergisch Gladbach, Busbahnhof (Bensberg U) | 1h15 | 6:45 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Cologne to Düsseldorf run on average 4 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 21 miles (34 km) |
Average bus duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Major modern art museum with key works by Klee, Picasso and Kandinsky in a landmark black granite building.
Leading fine arts museum known for painting, sculpture, design and glass, with a broad collection from old masters to modern art.
Contemporary branch of the state art collection, famous for large-scale installations in a historic parliamentary building.
Düsseldorf's historic old town, packed with lanes, squares and riverfront views, and a core area for sightseeing on foot.
Prestigious boulevard with canal, trees and luxury storefronts, one of the city's signature promenades.
Long Rhine riverside promenade ideal for walking, skyline views and linking the old town with the media harbor.
Düsseldorf’s signature top-fermented dark beer, known for its copper color, malty body, and crisp bitter finish. It is central to the city’s brewing tradition.
A classic Rhineland pot roast, traditionally marinated for several days and served with a rich sweet-sour gravy. It is one of the region’s best-known celebratory dishes.
A traditional Rhineland dish of mashed potatoes and apples, often served with fried onions and blood sausage. The name means ‘Heaven and Earth.’
A celebrated fine-dining restaurant in Düsseldorf known for refined Japanese cuisine and a polished upscale atmosphere.
Historic brewery and restaurant known for traditional Düsseldorf brewing culture, Altbier, and hearty Rhineland specialties.
Well-known traditional brewery with a warm, bustling setting, popular for Altbier and regional comfort food.
Moderate for Germany: public transport and casual dining are reasonable, while hotels and central restaurants can be pricey during fairs.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés, bars, and for hotel staff.
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Düsseldorf ZOB am Hbf, Düsseldorf -> Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof, Düsseldorf
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