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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dortmund to Cologne

Composite routes from Dortmund to Cologne

Cheapest
1 h 3 min
Car
87 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 5
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
National Express
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
Flixtrain
Website
Eurostar
Website
1h 25m
Twice daily
$47.07–$101.78
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
1h 19m
Hourly
$39.44–$44.53
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
National Express
Website
1h 32m
Every 30 minutes
$25.45–$36.90
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
1h 50m
Once daily
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Flixtrain
Website
1h 36m
4 times a day
$10.81–$16.54
+49 30 300 137 100
+49 30 300 137 100
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
1h 22m
Every 30 minutes
$5.85–$12.09
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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Bus operators
Found: 2
Arjani Travel
Website
Ecolines
Website
Arjani Travel
Website
2h 15m
Twice a week
+355 68 20 63 724
+355 68 20 63 724
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Ecolines
Website
2h 40m
4 times a week
$34.35–$48.35
+371 67 214 512
+371 67 214 512
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $5 - $10.33 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs $15.22 - $22.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund and arriving at Köln. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Cologne?

The distance between Dortmund and Cologne is 117 km. The road distance is 97.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs $9.24 - $86.96 .

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

The train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln Hbf takes 1h 19m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Cologne bus from?

Dortmund to Cologne bus services, operated by Ecolines, depart from Dortmund station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Cologne train from?

Dortmund to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Cologne?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs $9.24 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $41.30 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Dortmund to Cologne bus arrive?

Dortmund to Cologne bus services, operated by Ecolines, arrive at Köln station.

Where does the Dortmund to Cologne train arrive?

Dortmund to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Cologne is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Dortmund to Cologne.

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

Book your Dortmund to Cologne train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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

Book your Dortmund to Cologne bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Cologne?

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