Next train departures

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on August 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	4:48pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 43m	6:31pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	7:45am	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:27pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 29m	1:56pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 23m	7:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	6:47am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 3m	8:50am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
	Train	8:39pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 29m	10:08pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 23m	7:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	6:47am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 3m	8:50am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on September 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:27pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 29m	1:56pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	7:45am	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	8:27pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 21m	9:48pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 23m	7:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	7:45am	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	1:32pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 27m	2:59pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 23m	7:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	7:45am	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on September 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:32pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 16m	8:48pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	7:45am	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:27pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 29m	1:56pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 23m	7:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	7:45am	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	1:32pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 27m	2:59pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	8:27pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 21m	9:48pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 23m	7:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on September 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:27pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 29m	1:56pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	7:45am	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	4:48pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 43m	6:31pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 23m	7:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	7:45am	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	1:32pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 27m	2:59pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	8:27pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 21m	9:48pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 23m	7:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on September 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	4:48pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 43m	6:31pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	12:36pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 10m	1:46pm	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:27pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 29m	1:56pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	12:36pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 25m	2:01pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	1:32pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 27m	2:59pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	12:36pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 10m	1:46pm	Hbf	No tags
	Train	8:26pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 22m	9:48pm	Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	12:36pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 25m	2:01pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:30 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Dortmund to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour 21 minutes and with fares starting at just CZK 193, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24train per day

1h 21mAverage Duration

46 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCZK 204 - CZK 794	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCZK 193 - CZK 2,280	Average Duration1h 21m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dortmund and Cologne?

Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
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Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.9/511 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi2.8

FlixTrain

3.1/539 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi1.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi2.5

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5.0/51 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi5.0

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dortmund to Cologne by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Dortmund to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Cologne start from CZK 193. The average price for this train route is around CZK 517. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Cologne?
The average train ride duration from Dortmund to Cologne is 1h 21m, covering a distance of 46 miles (73 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Dortmund to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 24 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dortmund to Cologne?
The earliest train departs from Dortmund to Cologne at 6:04am. And the latest train departs at 8:43pm.
What is the best train operator from Dortmund to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Dortmund to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dortmund to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/28

CZK 179

08/29

CZK 178

Today

CZK 140

08/31

No data

09/01

CZK 140

09/02

CZK 127

09/03

CZK 140

09/04

CZK 140

The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Cologne was searched and found on Sep 2, 2026 with a price of CZK 127

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

You can expect to pay from CZK 127 to CZK 2,105 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CZK 127 which is on 2026-09-02.

Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.