The average train between Cologne and Dortmund takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 10m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Cologne to Dortmund. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Cologne and Dortmund. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Cologne is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Dortmund at 1:14 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cologne station and arriving at Dortmund station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.
Cologne to Dortmund train services, operated by National Express, depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Dortmund train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.
Book your Cologne to Dortmund train tickets online with National Express, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Eurostar.
The distance between Cologne and Dortmund is 74 km. The road distance is 95 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €18–45 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Two other operators also service this route.
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