Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) train with Deutsche Bahn (RE,ICE,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM)

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

Average price

$13

Fastest journey

1 h 13 m

Average duration

1 h 20 m

Trains per day

Distance

80 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Cologne for Dortmund Airport (DTM) on Sat, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .

On Sat, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.

04:13AM1h13

Cologne

05:26AMDortmund Airport (DTM)

$91One-way

0 transfers

03:14PM1h15

Cologne

04:29PMDortmund Airport (DTM)

$121One-way

0 transfers

04:47AM1h39

Cologne

06:26AMDortmund Airport (DTM)

$141One-way

0 transfers

05:13AM1h13

Cologne

06:26AMDortmund Airport (DTM)

$151One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) 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 21m.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€12 Average price	€8 Average price Cheapest
1h 51m Average duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 13m Average duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, June 20

Last updated at 5:28 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
RE 26809 · S 1 · S 4	On time 5:49 AM Cologne Hbf	2h14	8:03 AM Dortmund-Wickede West station	2 transfers
RE 26809 · S 1 · S 4	On time 5:49 AM Cologne Hbf	2h16	8:05 AM Dortmund-Wickede station	2 transfers
ICE 616 · RB 90371 · S 4	On time 6:11 AM Cologne Hbf	2h13	8:24 AM Dortmund-Wickede station	2 transfers
ICE 616 · RB 90371	On time 6:11 AM Cologne Hbf	1h42	7:53 AM Holzwickede station	1 transfer
ICE 616 · RB 90371 · S 4	On time 6:11 AM Cologne Hbf	2h15	8:26 AM Dortmund-Wickede West station	2 transfers
FlixTrain	6:14 AM Cologne Hbf	1h15	7:29 AM Dortmund Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 555 · RE 10713 · Bus RE13	On time 6:17 AM Cologne Hbf	1h39	7:56 AM Holzwickede station	2 transfers
RE 17408 · Bus RE7	On time 6:21 AM Cologne Hbf	1h58	8:19 AM Holzwickede station	1 transfer
ICE 545 · RB 90327	On time 6:25 AM Cologne Hbf	1h58	8:23 AM Holzwickede station	1 transfer
ICE 545 · S 1 · S 4	On time 6:25 AM Cologne Hbf	2h10	8:35 AM Dortmund-Wickede station	2 transfers
ICE 545 · S 1 · S 4	On time 6:25 AM Cologne Hbf	2h08	8:33 AM Dortmund-Wickede West station	2 transfers
RE 26811 · S 1 · S 4	On time 6:49 AM Cologne Hbf	2h16	9:05 AM Dortmund-Wickede station	2 transfers
RE 26811 · S 1 · S 4	On time 6:49 AM Cologne Hbf	2h14	9:03 AM Dortmund-Wickede West station	2 transfers
ICE 206 · RB 90373 · S 4	On time 7:11 AM Cologne Hbf	2h13	9:24 AM Dortmund-Wickede station	2 transfers
ICE 206 · RB 90373	On time 7:11 AM Cologne Hbf	1h42	8:53 AM Holzwickede station	1 transfer
ICE 206 · RB 90373 · S 4	On time 7:11 AM Cologne Hbf	2h15	9:26 AM Dortmund-Wickede West station	2 transfers
ICE 847 · S 1 · S 4	On time 7:26 AM Cologne Hbf	2h09	9:35 AM Dortmund-Wickede station	2 transfers
ICE 847 · S 1 · S 4	On time 7:26 AM Cologne Hbf	2h07	9:33 AM Dortmund-Wickede West station	2 transfers
FlixTrain	1:15 PM Cologne Hbf	1h34	2:49 PM Dortmund Hbf	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM)

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Trains from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.

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

49 miles (79 km)

Average train duration

1h 21m

Cheapest ticket price

$8 (€6)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 13m

First train

04:13

Last train

22:12

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $7 (€5)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) trains

Buy your official Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain train tickets from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) from $6 (€5) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) train.

Train information from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 28 min
Cheapest Price: $28

FlixTrain is a German train company which is part of FlixMobility, the company who own FlixBus. Since 2018, FlixMobility has also offered the option of train travel to some of the largest German cities like Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart and Berlin including trains to Dortmund Airport (DTM) from Cologne. FlixTrain has high speed comfortable trains with a guaranteed seat, foot space, reading lamp and a luggage rack to store your belongings as well as sockets on most trains and free Wi-Fi for all passengers. The most popualr routes in Germany for FlixTrain are from Berlin to Hamburg, Frankfurt to Stuttgart and Cologne to Hamburg. They also offer trains on the Sotckholm to Gothenburg route in Sweden.

FlixTrain from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: $6

FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM)

FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM).

Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) can start from as little as $7 (€6) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) is $12 (€10); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) train travel time is 1 h 11 min for the 49 mile (79 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) leaves at 3: 41 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) leaves at 2: 16 PM.

There are 25 trains a day from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Cologne and Dortmund Airport (DTM) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

A day trip to Dortmund Airport (DTM) from Cologne is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 11 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Cologne to Dortmund Airport (DTM) by train is August.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Dortmund Airport (DTM) from Cologne including taking a bus or train.