Dortmund to Cologne by train
Travelling from Dortmund to Cologne by train takes about 1h 15m, run by Deutsche Bahn. This is the best option we found on this route.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €7
- Total journey
- 1h 15m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- Deutsche Bahn
Omio catalogue, Sep 26 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Dortmund to Cologne
Deutsche Bahn1h 15mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Dortmund to Cologne
Deutsche Bahn runs 40 scheduled departures a day, the first at 04:00 and the last at 13:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 40 | 04:00 | 13:59 |
| National Express | 12 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Train facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Departs from
- Dortmund Airport
- Arrives at
- Cologne/Bonn Airport
- Train operators
- Deutsche Bahn, National Express
- Timetable
- First train at 04:00, last at 13:59, 40 a day with Deutsche Bahn.
- Good to know
- Direct train, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €4Omio catalogue, Sep 26 | 1h 45mdirect | See Bus details |
- Bus€4Omio catalogue, Sep 261h 45m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Sep 26
Dortmund to Cologne by train: common questions
How long does Dortmund to Cologne take by train?
About 1h 15m, with no transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Dortmund to Cologne?
Omio publishes €7 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the train from Dortmund to Cologne?
Deutsche Bahn. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is this the best option on the route?
Yes, by train is the best option we found: 1h 15m, €7.
Where else this route goes
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