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Dortmund to Cologne
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Compare prices to get from Dortmund to Cologne
€5|1h 10m
€100|7h 30m
€39
€9
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€21
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FlixTrain20:27
1h 14m
21:41
Dortmund HbfKöln Hbf
€9
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Nonstop
Deutsche Bahn04:35
1h 14m
05:49
Dortmund HbfKöln Hbf
€18
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Deutsche Bahn01:44
1h 35m
03:19
Dortmund HbfKöln Hbf
€10
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FlixTrain12:27
1h 18m
13:45
Dortmund HbfKöln Hbf
€10
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- Prices shown from Dortmund to Cologne are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare Flights and Trains from Dortmund to Cologne
The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Cologne costs only €7 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 1h 14m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Cheapest
Average price
€7
Average duration
1h 20m
Departure time
14:07 - 21:41
Direct options
Flights
Fastest
Average price
€256
Average duration
1h 14m
Departure time
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Dortmund to Cologne?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Dortmund to Cologne?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Dortmund to Cologne is Friday, with an average price of €7.
€8
€8
€7
€7
What is the cheapest day to travel from Dortmund to Cologne by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Dortmund to Cologne is Monday, with an average price of €6.
€6
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Find departure & arrival points near Dortmund and Cologne
Popular train stations near Dortmund
Dortmund Hbf
Kampstraße, Dortmund
Reinoldikirche, Dortmund
Dortmund City Hall
Dortmund Möllerbrücke
Popular train stations near Cologne
Heumarkt, Köln
Köln Hbf (Breslauer Platz)
Köln Hbf
Neumarkt, Köln
Severinstr., Köln
Popular airports near Dortmund
Dortmund Airport (DTM)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
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Popular airports near Cologne
Cologne Airport (CGN)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
Nearby
How to travel from Dortmund to Cologne: FAQs
How far is it from Dortmund to Cologne?
It’s about 79 km (49 mi) from Dortmund to Cologne.How do I get from Dortmund to Cologne?
You can travel from Dortmund to Cologne in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains.What’s the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Cologne?
The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Cologne is by Flights, with an average journey time of 1 hour 14 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 1h 20m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Dortmund to Cologne?
The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Cologne is by Trains, with an average price of €7. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around €256 on avergae.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Dortmund and Cologne?
For trips between Dortmund and Cologne, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Dortmund Airport and arrive at Cologne Airport; Trains depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive at Heumarkt, Köln.How far in advance should I book tickets from Dortmund to Cologne to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Dortmund to Cologne are typically cheapest Friday, with an average fare of €7. Flights from Dortmund to Cologne are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of €6Are Dortmund and Cologne in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Dortmund and Cologne.