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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund
Showing times and prices for Dec 23
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
75 km
Cheap tickets
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 $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Fast trains
Of the 27 trains that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Dortmund on Tue, Dec 23, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.
S19 · 17410 · 2641109:03AM1h47
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen10:50AMDortmund Hbf
$351One-way
2 transfers
S19 · 2681108:23AM1h51
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen10:14AMDortmund Hbf
$351One-way
1 transfer
S19 · 17414 · 2641511:03AM1h47
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen12:50PMDortmund Hbf
$351One-way
2 transfers
S19 · 2681711:23AM1h51
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen01:14PMDortmund Hbf
$351One-way
1 transfer
S19 · 2682101:23PM1h51
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen03:14PMDortmund Hbf
$351One-way
1 transfer
89717 · ICE 61409:48AM1h29
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen11:17AMDortmund Hbf
$411One-way
1 transfer
89721 · ICE 61211:48AM1h29
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen01:17PMDortmund Hbf
$461One-way
1 transfer
89725 · ICE 61001:48PM1h30
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen03:18PMDortmund Hbf
$491One-way
1 transfer
89715 · ICE 20408:48AM1h33
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen10:21AMDortmund Hbf
$411One-way
1 transfer
89723 · ICE 20012:48PM1h33
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen02:21PMDortmund Hbf
$461One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund
Omio 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 prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 46 miles (75 km)
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€20 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:55 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1:15 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h34 | 2:49 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:03 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h48 | 3:51 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
| 10606 · ICE 1014 | On time 7:09 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h38 | 8:47 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S19 · 26811 | 7:23 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h51 | 9:14 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 89715 | 7:48 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2h05 | 9:53 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 89715 · ICE 204 | On time 7:48 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h33 | 9:21 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S19 · 17410 · 26411 | 8:03 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h47 | 9:50 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 10608 · ICE 2204 · ICE 1547 | On time 8:09 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2h00 | 10:09 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S19 · 26813 | 8:23 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h51 | 10:14 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 89717 · ICE 614 | On time 8:48 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h29 | 10:17 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 89717 | 8:48 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2h05 | 10:53 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10610 · ICE 1012 | On time 9:09 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h38 | 10:47 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S19 · 26815 | 9:23 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h51 | 11:14 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S19 · ICE 128 · IC 1959 | On time 9:23 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h45 | 11:08 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 89719 · ICE 202 | On time 9:48 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h33 | 11:21 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 89719 | 9:48 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2h05 | 11:53 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S19 · 17414 · 26415 | 10:03 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h47 | 11:50 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S19 · 26817 | 10:23 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h51 | 12:14 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 89721 | 10:48 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2h05 | 12:53 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 89721 · ICE 612 | On time 10:48 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h29 | 12:17 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 10614 · ICE 1010 | On time 11:09 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h39 | 12:48 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S19 · 26819 | 11:23 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h51 | 1:14 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 89723 | 11:48 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2h05 | 1:53 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 89723 · ICE 200 | On time 11:48 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h33 | 1:21 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund
GermanyGermany
Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€5)
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 21:23 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€5)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express, TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express, TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH trains will get you between Cologne Bonn Airport and Dortmund from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest Price
$13 (€11)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
FlixTrain frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest Price
$24 (€19)
National Express frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 27m
Cheapest Price
$29 (€23)
TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund
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.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Dortmund's key attractions, such as the Zollern Colliery, Dortmund U-Tower, and Westfalenpark, while also enjoying local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund. The journey takes 1h 15m and covers 46 miles (75 km). Trains run 12 times per day.
In Dortmund, you can explore the vibrant Kreuzviertel district for trendy cafes and boutiques, attend concerts at the Westfalenhallen, and discover industrial heritage at the Zollern Colliery museum. Enjoy a stroll along Phoenix See or visit the Botanischer Garten Rombergpark for its serene landscapes. Key sights include Westfalenpark with its iconic Florianturm, the cultural Dortmund U-Tower, Signal Iduna Park, the Dortmund Zoo, and the German Football Museum.
The train journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of the Rhine River, rolling hills, and picturesque towns, providing a pleasant visual experience.
Train ticket prices from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $10 (€8), while the average price is around $25 (€20).
The distance by train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund is 46 miles (75 km).
The cheapest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund is by bus, with a cost of around $7 (€5).
The first train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund leaves at 6:03 AM.
The train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund takes 1h 15m and runs 12 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund.
The last train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund leaves at 9:23 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund. This service operates 2 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund
Cologne
Dortmund
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Dining
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
Hotel
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Strobels
- Rosenterassen
Dortmund-Barop
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmDining
- Pizzeria PePee
- American Corner
- Tiziana
- Taverne Steki
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