Train from Dortmund to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Cologne on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixtrainTrain
    		Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
    		HbfCheapestFastest
    FlixtrainTrain
      		Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
      		HbfNo tags
      FlixtrainTrain
        		Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
        		HbfNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:33 CET.

        Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Cologne

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        12carpool per day
        1hAverage duration
        46 milesDistance
        3kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average price£7 - £22Average duration2h 35m
        2kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average price£8 - £48Average duration1h 21m
        2kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average price£3 - £15Average duration1h
        3kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Cologne by train

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

        1. How much does a train ticket cost from Dortmund to Cologne?

          The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Cologne 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.

        2. How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Cologne?

          The average train journey time from Dortmund to Cologne is 1h 21m, covering a distance of 46 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

        3. Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Cologne route?

          Several major train operators run on this route with 24 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Cologne?

          The earliest train from Dortmund to Cologne departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 20:27.

        5. Which 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.

        6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Cologne?

          According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

        7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Dortmund to Cologne?

          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.

        8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dortmund to Cologne?

          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.

        Best price found
        04/12
        £9
        05/12
        £11
        Today
        £11
        07/12
        £11
        08/12
        £8
        09/12
        £7
        10/12
        £7
        11/12
        £7
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dortmund to Cologne was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £7

        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 £7 to £11 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 £7, which is on 2025-12-09.

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