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Düsseldorf to Cologne Bus

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17/12/2025
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Düsseldorf to Cologne by bus

The journey from Düsseldorf to Cologne by bus is 34.33 km and takes 1 hr 14 mins. There are 3 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:15 pm and the last at 11:59 pm. It is possible to travel from Düsseldorf to Cologne by bus for as little as RM 14.30 or as much as RM 79.74. The best price for this journey is RM 14.30.

Lowest Price RM 14.30
Journey Duration 1 hr 14 mins
Connection per Day 3
Lowest Price RM 14.30
Highest Price RM 79.74
First Departure 1:15 pm
Last Departure 11:59 pm
Distance 34.33 km
Departure Düsseldorf
Arrival Cologne
Carriers FlixBus

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around RM 13.53 to RM 34.69 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 61% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Düsseldorf to Cologne

The cheapest Düsseldorf - Cologne bus tickets can be found for as low as RM 17.99 if you’re lucky, or RM 31.76 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as RM 55.08.

Find the best day to travel to Cologne by bus

When travelling to Cologne by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus from Düsseldorf to Cologne
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Düsseldorf to Cologne CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
2.4kg
Bus
2.57kg
Flight
6.87kg
Car
5.49kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Cologne?
A bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Cologne is RM 49.61. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as RM 14.30.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Cologne?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Düsseldorf to Cologne is RM 14.30. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Düsseldorf and Cologne by bus?
Düsseldorf to Cologne is 34.33 km.
How long does the bus between Düsseldorf and Cologne take?
Düsseldorf to Cologne is on average 1 hr 14 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 6 mins.
How many bus connections per day go from Düsseldorf to Cologne?
Düsseldorf to Cologne has 3 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Düsseldorf to Cologne leave?
The earliest bus from Düsseldorf to Cologne departs at 1:15 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Düsseldorf to Cologne depart?
The latest bus from Düsseldorf to Cologne departs at 11:59 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Düsseldorf to Cologne in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is RM 14.30 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Düsseldorf to Cologne?
There are on average 3 direct connection(s) from Düsseldorf to go to Cologne.
What's the fastest journey time between Düsseldorf to Cologne by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Düsseldorf and Cologne is 1 hr 6 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Düsseldorf to Cologne?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Düsseldorf and Cologne.
What are the CO2 emissions for Düsseldorf to Cologne by bus?
The bus journey from Düsseldorf to Cologne creates 2.57kg of CO2 emissions.

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