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A Major Art And Culture Center In A Former Brewery Tower With Exhibitions, Media Art, And Panoramic City Views.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$27
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$42
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 56 m
Trains on Sep 20
5
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport 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 Bonn Airport to Dortmund will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 5 trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
89715 · IC 2441
S19 · S12 · IC 2204 · ICE 1547
S19 · ICE 847
S19 · 26811
89715
89715 · IC 2441
S19 · 26811
S19 · ICE 847
89715
S19 · S12 · IC 2204 · ICE 1547Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 46 miles (75 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund:
A bus is $30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund costing on average $41.
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 38m.
Tickets start at around $41 compared to roughly $18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-23.21. The journey takes 1h 35m versus 1h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S19 · 26811 | 8:23 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h52 | 10:15 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
89715 · IC 2441 | On time 8:48 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h33 | 10:21 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
89715 | 8:48 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2h06 | 10:54 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S19 · ICE 847 | On time 8:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h53 | 10:46 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S19 · S12 · IC 2204 · ICE 1547 | On time 8:56 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2h14 | 11:10 AM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers |
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Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 but you can travel from only $7 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 07:09. The fastest train covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 6:03 AM |
Last train 7:09 AM |
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Dortmund Hbf -> Dortmund City Center
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport 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.

Most Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund trains use the Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Use this guide to compare Cologne Bonn Airport and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dortmund Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund-Wickede is 11 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Wickede has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Stations-Grill, My Döner & Pan Pizza, Mein Café in der Alten Backstube, Dö-Pi
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Wickede. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Wickede. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Wickede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Wickede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Wickede: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
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