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Dortmund to Cologne
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FlixTrain20:27
1h 14m
21:41
Dortmund HbfKöln Hbf
US$10
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Deutsche Bahn04:35
1h 14m
05:49
Dortmund HbfKöln Hbf
US$21
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Deutsche Bahn01:44
1h 35m
03:19
Dortmund HbfKöln Hbf
US$12
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FlixTrain12:27
1h 18m
13:45
Dortmund HbfKöln Hbf
US$12
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- Prices shown from Dortmund to Cologne are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare Flights and Trains from Dortmund to Cologne
The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Cologne costs only US$9 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 1h 14m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Cheapest
Average price
US$9
Average duration
1h 20m
Departure time
13:36 - 21:41
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Flights
Fastest
Average price
US$283
Average duration
1h 14m
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Dortmund to Cologne?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Dortmund to Cologne?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Dortmund to Cologne is Friday, with an average price of US$9.
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What is the cheapest day to travel from Dortmund to Cologne by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Dortmund to Cologne is Monday, with an average price of US$6.
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Popular train stations near Dortmund
Dortmund Hbf
Kampstraße, Dortmund
Reinoldikirche, Dortmund
Dortmund City Hall
Dortmund Möllerbrücke
Popular train stations near Cologne
Heumarkt, Köln
Köln Hbf (Breslauer Platz)
Köln Hbf
Neumarkt, Köln
Severinstr., Köln
Popular airports near Dortmund
Dortmund Airport (DTM)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
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Popular airports near Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
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How to travel from Dortmund to Cologne: FAQs
How far is it from Dortmund to Cologne?
The distance from Dortmund to Cologne is about 79 km (49 mi).How can I get from Dortmund to Cologne?
There are 2 ways to get from Dortmund to Cologne, including Flights, Trains.What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Cologne?
The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Cologne is by Flights, with an average journey time of 1 hour 14 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 1h 20m.What is the cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Cologne?
The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Cologne is by Trains, with an average price of US$9. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around US$283 on avergae.Where do you usually depart from and arrive at when traveling from Dortmund to Cologne?
When traveling from Dortmund to Cologne, travelers usually depart from and arrive at the following locations: Flights typically departs from Dortmund Airport and arrives at Cologne Bonn Airport , Trains typically departs from Dortmund Hbf and arrives at Heumarkt, Köln .When is the cheapest time to book tickets from Dortmund to Cologne?
Train, bus, and flight schedules may vary depending on the season or day of the week. Based on data from Trip.com: DortmundtoCologneTrains is usually the cheapest at Friday, with an average price of US$9 DortmundtoCologneBuses is usually the cheapest at Monday, with an average price of US$6 .Is there a time difference between Dortmund and Cologne?
The time difference between Dortmund and Cologne is 0m.