The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Dortmund
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Dortmund will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
It's difficult to get from Cologne Hbf to Dortmund without transferring at least once.
S 19 · RE 26811
S 6 · RE 89713
S 12 · ICE 824 · RE 26811
S 11 · ICE 822 · ICE 2577
S 6 · ICE 206
S 6 · ICE 206
S 11 · ICE 822 · ICE 2577
S 12 · ICE 824 · RE 26811
S 6 · RE 89713
S 19 · RE 26811Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne Hbf to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 73 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€9 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Dortmund trains for today, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain | 3:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h15 | 4:29 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 15 | |||||
S 6 · RE 89713 | On time 7:07 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h46 | 8:53 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S 19 · RE 26811 | On time 7:20 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h54 | 9:14 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S 12 · ICE 824 · RE 26811 | On time 7:31 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h43 | 9:14 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S 6 · ICE 206 | On time 7:57 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h24 | 9:21 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S 11 · ICE 822 · ICE 2577 | On time 8:07 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h36 | 9:43 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Dortmund
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Dortmund run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 15:25. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 04:13 |
Last train 15:25 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express from Cologne Hbf to Dortmund trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Dortmund from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
National Express
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Dortmund by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Dortmund
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
- Stachi's Dorfgrill
- Knossos
- Pizzeria bei Pina
- Eiscafé Pina
- Grill Palace
- Gathi's Pizza & Döner
- Onur Grill
- Café Aufbruch
- S&E Café
- S&E Imbiss
- Stehcafe
- Facefood Kebaphaus
- Pizzeria Enzo
- Pizzeria Amirco
- The Greek
- Restaurant Symbol
- Athen Grill
- Restaurant Nette's
- Westermanns Deli
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Ringhotel Drees
- La Villa am Kaiserbrunnen
- Hotel Neuhaus
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Avanti Grill
- Peacock
- Bio-Bistro auf dem Schultenhof
- Flamingo am Zoo Dortmund
- Strobels
- Rosenterassen
- Rilasso
- Grill Haus
- Asia Mac Rice
- Ali Baba
- Pizzeria PePee
- American Corner
- Tiziana
- Taverne Steki
- Alte Mühle
- Rosmarin
- Pizzeria Trattoria Selagio
- Abant Grill
- Pizzeria Florio
- Pizzeria Izollu
- Dolce & Gambas
- Yve's Eiscafé und mehr
- Mamma Mia
- Grill Station Husen
- Pan Pizza Mo
- Pizzeria Adria bei Raffael
- Arda‘s Döner Imbiss
- Asia Wok Haus Dortmund
- Syrtaki Grill
- Martener Hof
- Hotel In der Meile
- Schützenhof
- Pizzeria Adria bei Raffael
- Arda‘s Döner Imbiss
- Asia Wok Haus Dortmund
- Syrtaki Grill
- Martener Hof
- Hotel In der Meile
- The Greek
- Peking Garden
- Piccola Enzo
- Restaurant Symbol
- Tadim Restaurant
- Der kleine Moghul
- Rahmer Dorf-Grill
- California Dreamin' Food Truck
- Pizzeria La Stella
- Grill-House
- Pizzeria Sorriso
- Sölder Hof
- Stations-Grill
- My Döner & Pan Pizza
- Mein Café in der Alten Backstube
- Dö-Pi
- My Döner & Pan Pizza
- Kuhbar Eiscafé
- Mein Café in der Alten Backstube
- Pizzeria Primavera
- Oespeler Deele da Gian
- Olympia Grill
- Casa del Gusto
- Wiacker Gartencafé
- Shan's Küche
- La Gazzetta
- Pizzeria Solino
- Food fakultät
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