The average train between Dortmund and Cologne takes 1h 24m and the fastest train takes 1h 12m. The train runs at least 4 times per hour from Dortmund to Cologne. 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 15 minutes between Dortmund and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 5:07 PM which arrives into Cologne at 6:52 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Cologne station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.
Dortmund to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Dortmund to Cologne train tickets online with National Express, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Eurostar.
The distance between Dortmund and Cologne is 74 km. The road distance is 95 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €18–45 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Two other operators also service this route.
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