What is the best way to travel from Dortmund to Cologne?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses for the journey to Cologne from Dortmund. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Dortmund?
You can get to Cologne with just £6 by taking a Car from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Deutsche Bahn1h 19m008:12DortmundCentral Station09:31CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 23m008:25DortmundCentral Station09:48CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 13m008:36DortmundCentral Station09:49CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 11m010:36DortmundCentral Station11:47CologneCentral Station0Economy
Cheapest Trains today
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Deutsche Bahn1h 11m000:18DortmundCentral Station01:29CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 18m003:57DortmundCentral Station05:15CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 16m004:34DortmundCentral Station05:50CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 19m004:53DortmundCentral Station06:12CologneCentral Station0Economy
Cheapest Trains tomorrow
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BlaBlaCar0h 50m014:50Dortmund15:40Cologne0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 9m000:21DortmundCentral Station01:30CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 16m001:53DortmundCentral Station03:09CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 24m003:51DortmundCentral Station05:15CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 16m004:34DortmundCentral Station05:50CologneCentral Station0Economy
Cheapest Carpool Friday
Cheapest Trains Friday
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Deutsche Bahn1h 14m004:04DortmundCentral Station05:18CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 19m005:23DortmundCentral Station06:42CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 20m006:22DortmundCentral Station07:42CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 20m007:22DortmundCentral Station08:42CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
Cheapest Trains Saturday
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BlaBlaCar1h 0m009:30Dortmund Airport10:30Cologne0Economy
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BlaBlaCar1h 10m020:30Dortmund Airport21:40Cologne0Economy
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BlaBlaCar1h 10m019:50Dortmund Airport21:00Cologne0Economy
Cheapest Carpool Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Dortmund to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne from Dortmund in just 0h 50m with a Car from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Deutsche Bahn1h 10m012:36DortmundCentral Station13:46CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 11m010:36DortmundCentral Station11:47CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 13m008:36DortmundCentral Station09:49CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 19m008:12DortmundCentral Station09:31CologneCentral Station0Economy
Fastest Trains today
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Deutsche Bahn1h 11m000:18DortmundCentral Station01:29CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 13m005:36DortmundCentral Station06:49CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 16m004:34DortmundCentral Station05:50CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 18m003:57DortmundCentral Station05:15CologneCentral Station0Economy
Fastest Trains tomorrow
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BlaBlaCar0h 50m014:50Dortmund15:40Cologne0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 9m000:21DortmundCentral Station01:30CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 16m001:53DortmundCentral Station03:09CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 16m004:34DortmundCentral Station05:50CologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 19m004:53DortmundCentral Station06:12CologneCentral Station0Economy
Fastest Carpool Friday
Fastest Trains Friday
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Deutsche Bahn1h 14m004:04DortmundCentral Station05:18CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 19m005:23DortmundCentral Station06:42CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 20m006:22DortmundCentral Station07:42CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn1h 20m007:22DortmundCentral Station08:42CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
Fastest Trains Saturday
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BlaBlaCar1h 0m009:30Dortmund Airport10:30Cologne0Economy
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BlaBlaCar1h 10m020:30Dortmund Airport21:40Cologne0Economy
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BlaBlaCar1h 10m019:50Dortmund Airport21:00Cologne0Economy
Fastest Carpool Sunday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Dortmund to Cologne
What are the most popular stations in Dortmund and Cologne?
In Dortmund, you will usually depart from Central Station, West Train Station or Asseln Mitte Train Station, while in Cologne you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station or Messe/Deutz Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cologne from Dortmund? With 4 connections between 2 Train, Car and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Dortmund and Cologne, you can pay as low as £6 with a Car from BlaBlaCar.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Car from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Cologne in just 0h 50m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Dortmund and Cologne are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Dortmund and Cologne is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Dortmund Airport or to Huerth, and look at flights from Dortmund Airport, and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Dortmund to Cologne?
The most popular companies between Dortmund and Cologne, are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Dortmund to Cologne
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Dortmund to Cologne. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Dortmund to Cologne
How can I reach Cologne from Dortmund?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, Car and Bus, with which you can get to Cologne from Dortmund.
How far is Cologne from Dortmund?
The distance between Dortmund and Cologne is 73.1 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Dortmund and Cologne?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 12 kgs, and a flight 18 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Dortmund to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne with just £6 by taking a Car from BlaBlaCar.
What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Cologne?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cologne in just 0h 50m with a Car from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Dortmund and to Cologne
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Dortmund and to Cologne. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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