Cologne to Dortmund

Cologne to Dortmund

Cologne
Dortmund
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Cologne to Dortmund Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Ayna Drive
Standard 4pax
Any time
+1h 20m
$219.25
Flight
Freebird Airlines
Economy
00:30
10:00
$319.93
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
00:55
13:35
$258.73
Flight
Ajet
Economy
01:45
16:05
$309.86
Flight
Freebird Airlines
Economy
03:15
13:00
$588.40
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
04:15
07:20
$220.37
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
04:40
07:55
$445.22
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
05:00
11:30
$246.10
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
05:20
07:20
$191.29
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
05:50
21:25
$458.22
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
06:10
18:10
$447.68
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
06:30
18:35
$522.53
Flight
Austrian Airlines
Economy
07:00
16:35
$826.15
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
07:45
14:05
$358.13
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
08:15
14:05
$467.05
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
08:40
19:40
$734.49
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
09:45
18:35
$237.15
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
10:20
12:05
$9.60
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
10:45
07:20
$104.03
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
11:25
12:35
$602.53

How to get from Cologne to Dortmund

When you want to get from Cologne to Dortmund, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 192.83. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 12.28.

How far is Cologne from Dortmund?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Cologne to Dortmund. Your trip will be a total of 38 miles (61 km). The flying distance is 38 miles (61 km).

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

The travel time from Cologne to Dortmund can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 19 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Cologne to Dortmund?

The cost of the trip from Cologne to Dortmund varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixTrain: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 12.28 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 192.83.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Cologne to Dortmund:

  • Bus tickets - USD 12.30 to USD 19.02;
  • Train tickets - USD 12.30 to USD 43.63;
  • flight price: USD 192.40. From Cologne to Dortmund starting from 19:30 Cologne Airport until 19:30 Cologne Airport

How many trips per day are there between Cologne and Dortmund?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 05:10 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:35. There are 10 available bus trips every day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 7 trains per day.
  • 1 by flight from Cologne to Dortmund starting from 19:30 Cologne Airport until 19:30 Cologne Airport

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Cologne to Dortmund is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Cologne to Dortmund

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Cologne to Dortmund? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Cologne to Dortmund

Facts about the transport from Cologne to Dortmund

Cheapest Transport$13
Fastest Transport1h 13m
Earliest Departure5:10 AM
Latest Departure11:35 PM
Departures per day18
Distance61 kilometers
Transport CompaniesEurostar, Eurowings, FlixBus, FlixTrain, Wizz Air Malta