Facts about the transport from Cologne to Dortmund Central
| Cheapest Transport | $6 |
| Fastest Transport | 23m |
| Earliest Departure | 12:01 AM |
| Latest Departure | 6:10 PM |
| Departures per day | 44 |
| Distance | 95 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | CD, FlixBus, Flixtrain |
Cologne to Dortmund Central
Best Options
$6
$248
Other Options
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Transportation from Cologne to Dortmund Central
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Trains$ 5.41
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Buses$ 5.41
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Cologne
To Cologne
From Dortmund Central
Popular Routes in Germany
How to get from Cologne to Dortmund Central
Travelling between Cologne and Dortmund Central is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 247.80 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus+train which will set you back mere USD 5.41.
How long does it take to get from Cologne to Dortmund Central?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 4 hours to travel between Cologne and Dortmund Central depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Cologne and Dortmund Central. Train will bring you to your destination in 23m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 3h 15m to reach Dortmund Central.
How much does it cost to get from Cologne to Dortmund Central?
Travelling between Cologne and Dortmund Central can be as cheap as USD 5.41 if you opt for a Flixtrain bus+train and as expensive as USD 247.80 if you buy a FlixBus Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Cologne and Dortmund Central ?
- 44 from Cologne to Dortmund starting from 00:01 Cologne Hbf until 16:15 Cologne Hbf
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Cologne to Dortmund Central.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Cologne to Dortmund overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Cologne and Dortmund
FlixBus
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Cologne to Dortmund Central?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus+Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% chosen Bus+Train