Bus Cologne/Bonn Airport (CGN) to Dortmund: Find cheap tickets

Compare all timetables for the shuttles from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund

Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	2h 0m	7:50 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	9:50 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/26/2026 7:50:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2026 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
FlixBus	2h 40m	9:00 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	11:40 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/26/2026 9:00:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2026 11:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
FlixBus	1h 45m	9:20 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	11:05 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/26/2026 9:20:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
FlixBus	2h 30m	4:05 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	6:35 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/26/2026 4:05:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
FlixBus	2h 55m	10:10 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	1:05 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/26/2026 10:10:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	3h 10m	5:10 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	8:20 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/27/2026 5:10:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2026 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
FlixBus	2h 0m	7:50 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	9:50 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/27/2026 7:50:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
FlixBus	2h 40m	9:00 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	11:40 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/27/2026 9:00:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
FlixBus	1h 45m	9:20 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	11:05 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/27/2026 9:20:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
FlixBus	2h 30m	4:05 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	6:35 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/27/2026 4:05:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	2h 0m	7:50 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	9:50 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$8	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/28/2026 7:50:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
FlixBus	3h 10m	5:10 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	8:20 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/28/2026 5:10:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/28/2026 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
FlixBus	1h 45m	9:20 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	11:05 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/28/2026 9:20:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
FlixBus	2h 30m	4:05 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	6:35 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/28/2026 4:05:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
FlixBus	2h 55m	10:10 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	1:05 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/28/2026 10:10:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/29/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	3h 10m	5:10 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	8:20 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$8	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/29/2026 5:10:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/29/2026 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
FlixBus	2h 0m	7:50 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	9:50 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$8	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/29/2026 7:50:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
FlixBus	1h 45m	9:20 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	11:05 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/29/2026 9:20:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/29/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
FlixBus	2h 45m	3:45 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	6:30 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/29/2026 3:45:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
FlixBus	2h 30m	4:05 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	6:35 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/29/2026 4:05:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	3h 10m	5:10 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	8:20 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 8/1/2026 5:10:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2026 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
FlixBus	2h 0m	7:50 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	9:50 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 8/1/2026 7:50:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2026 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
FlixBus	1h 45m	9:20 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	11:05 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 8/1/2026 9:20:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
FlixBus	2h 45m	3:45 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	6:30 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 8/1/2026 3:45:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2026 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
FlixBus	2h 30m	4:05 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	6:35 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 8/1/2026 4:05:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m

Frequency of bus connections between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dortmund

See here how frequent the connections between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dortmund are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dortmund.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 13 buses from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund, while Night sees the fewest connections between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dortmund, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cologne/Bonn Airport (CGN) to Dortmund

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 8 times every day by bus from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund starting from $8!

Cheapest Bus	$8
Fastest Bus	1h 45m
Earliest Bus	7:50 AM
Latest Bus	11:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	8 Ø
Distance	46.6 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund

Every day, 8 buses from 1 bus companies leave Cologne/Bonn Airport for Dortmund: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2026 and for the following days.

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Sunday 07/26

$10

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

$10

Sunday 08/02

$10

Monday 08/03

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Thursday 08/06

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Sunday 08/09

Monday 08/10

Tuesday 08/11

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Sunday 08/16

$10

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Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $8, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $10.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund, with $8. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $9.

How to save money travelling from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dortmund

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dortmund.

Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station

Kennedystr

Signal Iduna Park

Central Bus Station

Platz der Deutschen Einheit 1

Asseln Aplerbecker Straße Bus Stop

Brünninghausen Bus Stop

Dollersweg Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund? Compare all modes of transports from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund? Or which bus companies serve the route Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund bus

How much does a Cologne/Bonn Airport Dortmund bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $8 and takes 2h 0m to reach Dortmund. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $8 and $14. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Dortmund.

On average, how many connections are available from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund each day?

Every day, the Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund take?

The fastest shuttle from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund is offered by FlixBus and takes 1h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $10. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund?

The earliest bus arriving in Dortmund from Cologne/Bonn Airport starts at 7:50 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last shuttle from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund?

The latest bus trip departing from Cologne/Bonn Airport for Dortmund starts at 11:35 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cologne/Bonn Airport Dortmund route?

When traveling by shuttle from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dortmund?

You can check all the direct connections between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Dortmund by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cologne/Bonn Airport Dortmund bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a shuttle that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cologne/Bonn Airport Dortmund bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the shuttle from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cologne/Bonn Airport to Dortmund

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Cologne/Bonn Airport and to Dortmund

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cologne/Bonn Airport and to Dortmund. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!