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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
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| Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Hbf | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
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| Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + National Express | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + National Express | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Dortmund to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour 23 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dortmund and Cologne?
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - 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
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 $9. The average price for this train route is around $24. 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 23m, covering a distance of 46 miles (73 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Dortmund to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 23 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 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:39pm.
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.
The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Cologne was searched and found on Oct 20, 2026 with a price of $10To 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 $10 to $91 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 $10 which is on 2026-10-20.
