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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 | Hbf | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Dortmund
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Dortmund?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig 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 travelling from Cologne to Dortmund by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Dortmund start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £20. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Dortmund?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Dortmund is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 45 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 30 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Cologne to Dortmund departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 20:11.
Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Dortmund?
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 Cologne to Dortmund?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Cologne to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller 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 Cologne to Dortmund was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Dortmund as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £7 to £12 for a train ticket from Cologne to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-12-09.
