Facts about the transport from Dortmund to Cologne
| Cheapest Transport | $5 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h 21m |
| Earliest Departure | 5:30 AM |
| Latest Departure | 8:40 PM |
| Departures per day | 2 |
| Distance | 68 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | FlixBus, Flixtrain, Wizz Air |
Dortmund to Cologne
Best Options
$19
$19
Other Options
Transportation from Dortmund to Cologne
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Trains$ 13.91
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Buses$ 4.28
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Flights$ 297.53
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Dortmund
To Dortmund
From Cologne
Popular Routes in Germany
How to get from Dortmund to Cologne
Travelling between Dortmund and Cologne is possible by Flight, bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 18.83 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 18.83.
How long does it take to get from Dortmund to Cologne?
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 14 hours to travel between Dortmund and Cologne depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Dortmund and Cologne. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 21m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 13h 40m to reach Cologne.
How much does it cost to get from Dortmund to Cologne?
Travelling between Dortmund and Cologne can be as cheap as USD 18.83 if you opt for a Flixtrain train and as expensive as USD 18.83 if you buy a Flixtrain Train ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Dortmund and Cologne ?
- 2 from Dortmund to Cologne starting from 12:26 Dortmund Central until 20:26 Dortmund Central
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Dortmund to Cologne.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Dortmund to Cologne overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Dortmund and Cologne
FlixBus
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Dortmund to Cologne?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus