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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 29 trains that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Dortmund Hbf every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
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.
89739 · ICE 52820:481h39Cologne/Bonn Flughafen22:27Dortmund Hbf£101One-way1 change- S19 · ICE 52621:531h34Cologne/Bonn Flughafen23:27Dortmund Hbf£101One-way1 change
- 89745 · ICE 2223:481h36Cologne/Bonn Flughafen1:24Dortmund Hbf£101One-way1 change
- 10630 · ICE 91220:091h39Cologne/Bonn Flughafen21:48Dortmund Hbf£211One-way1 change
- 89743 · ICE 10022:481h45Cologne/Bonn Flughafen0:33Dortmund Hbf£211One-way1 change
- 89715 · ICE 2048:481h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen10:21Dortmund Hbf£251One-way1 change
- 89717 · ICE 6149:481h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen11:21Dortmund Hbf£301One-way1 change
- 89719 · ICE 20210:481h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen12:21Dortmund Hbf£341One-way1 change
- 89741 · ICE 51221:481h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen23:21Dortmund Hbf£221One-way1 change
- 89721 · ICE 61211:481h33Cologne/Bonn Flughafen13:21Dortmund Hbf£341One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 75 km
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£24 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:09 Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h38 | 7:47 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:09 Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h38 | 8:47 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 14:14 Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h15 | 15:29 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 14:14. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 6:09 |
Last train 14:14 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Cologne Bonn Airport and Dortmund Hbf from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Bonn Airport and Dortmund Hbf
Most Cologne Bonn Airport to Dortmund Hbf trains use the Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Bonn Airport and Dortmund Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Dortmund Hbf from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
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