What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Dortmund?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Dortmund is to rideshare which costs €4 - €7 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Dortmund?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Dortmund is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Dortmund?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Dortmund Stadthaus. Services depart once daily, and operate Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Dortmund?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Dortmund Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Cologne to Dortmund?

The distance between Cologne and Dortmund is 95 km. The road distance is 87.9 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Dortmund without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Dortmund without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs €10 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Dortmund?

The train from Cologne Hbf to Dortmund Hbf takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Dortmund bus from?

Cologne to Dortmund bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Dortmund train from?

Cologne to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Dortmund?

The best way to get from Cologne to Dortmund is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs €10 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Cologne to Dortmund bus arrive?

Cologne to Dortmund bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, arrive at Dortmund Stadthaus station.

Where does the Cologne to Dortmund train arrive?

Cologne to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Dortmund?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Dortmund is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Cologne to Dortmund.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Dortmund?

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Where can I stay near Dortmund?

There are 1243+ hotels available in Dortmund.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Dortmund?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Dortmund. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Dortmund - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Dortmund by train (Eurostar), bus, night train, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 43 / ...
1h 10m
€10–75
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Dortmundrideshare 87.9 km
1h 20m
€4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Stadthausbus
1h 19m
Night train
1. Take the night train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbfnighttrain 1302 / ...
2h 8m
€90–110
Drive 87.9 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Dortmundcar 87.9 km
1h 4m
€13–18

Cologne to Dortmund by train

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Distance: 95.2 km
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Dortmund, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €10–55 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, SARVALTEH AUTO operates a bus from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Stadthaus once daily, and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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