The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
65
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 65 trains that leave Dortmund Hbf for Cologne Bonn Airport every day 10 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 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.
IC 2013 · 897129:161h57Dortmund Hbf11:13Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£201One-way1 change
IC 2156 · 8971611:151h56Dortmund Hbf13:11Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£201One-way1 change
ICE 842 · S1923:121h43Dortmund Hbf0:55Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£211One-way1 change
ICE 915 · 106158:101h40Dortmund Hbf9:50Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£231One-way1 change
ICE 646 · S198:151h40Dortmund Hbf9:55Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£231One-way1 change
ICE 219 · 897108:391h32Dortmund Hbf10:11Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£261One-way1 change
ICE 611 · 8972214:361h34Dortmund Hbf16:10Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£341One-way1 change
ICE 201 · 8972415:361h34Dortmund Hbf17:10Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£401One-way1 change
ICE 109 · 8972013:361h35Dortmund Hbf15:11Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£341One-way1 change
ICE 203 · 8972817:361h35Dortmund Hbf19:11Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£401One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dortmund Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport 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 40m. 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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£22 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dortmund Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport trains for today, Tuesday 12 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 523 · 10607 | On time 4:01 Dortmund Hbf | 1h49 | 5:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 523 | On time 4:01 Dortmund Hbf | 1h32 | 5:33 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1221 · 89702 | On time 4:36 Dortmund Hbf | 1h35 | 6:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 101 · 89704 | On time 5:34 Dortmund Hbf | 1h37 | 7:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 913 · 10611 | On time 6:10 Dortmund Hbf | 1h40 | 7:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 915 · 10615 | On time 8:10 Dortmund Hbf | 1h40 | 9:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 646 · S19 | On time 8:15 Dortmund Hbf | 1h40 | 9:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 219 · 89710 | On time 8:39 Dortmund Hbf | 1h32 | 10:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
Trains from Dortmund Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. 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 07:15, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 7:15 |
Last train 19:39 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar from Dortmund Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar trains will get you between Dortmund Hbf and Cologne Bonn Airport 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.
Eurostar
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Dortmund Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport 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 Cologne Bonn Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund Hbf and Cologne Bonn Airport
- 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
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
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