Next train departures

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on August 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:36pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	2:45pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	4:37pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 8m	5:45pm	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:27pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 14m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:10am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 17m	7:27am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 23m	7:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:10am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 26m	7:36am	Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:21pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 38m	7:59pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	8:42pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 28m	10:10pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on August 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:36pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	2:45pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	7:45am	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:27pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 14m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:10am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 17m	7:27am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 23m	7:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:10am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 26m	7:36am	Hbf	No tags
	Train	8:42pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 28m	10:10pm	Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:10am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 17m	7:27am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on August 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:36pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	2:45pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	7:45am	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:27pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 14m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:10am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 17m	7:27am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 23m	7:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:10am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 26m	7:36am	Hbf	No tags
	Train	8:43pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 24m	10:07pm	Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:10am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 17m	7:27am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Cologne on August 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 19m	7:42am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 9m	7:45am	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:27pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 14m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:10am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 17m	7:27am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + National Express	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 23m	7:59am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:10am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 26m	7:36am	Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW	Train	6:21pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	1h 38m	7:59pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	4:27pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	1h 16m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags

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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 SEK 94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27train per day

1h 21mAverage Duration

73 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceSEK 94 - SEK 215	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceSEK 94 - SEK 1,076	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

Wi‑Fi2.8

FlixTrain

3.0/537 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi1.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5.0/51 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi5.0

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 at SEK 94. The average price for this train route is around SEK 250. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dortmund to Cologne?
The average train trip from Dortmund to Cologne takes 1h 21m and covers 73 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 27 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Cologne?
The earliest train from Dortmund to Cologne departs at 6:04am. 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 best on-time performance 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.
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.

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

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08-12

SEK 58

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SEK 58

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SEK 58

The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Cologne was searched and found on Aug 12, 2026 with a price of SEK 58

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 SEK 58 to SEK 695 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 SEK 58 which is on 2026-08-17.

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.