What is the cheapest way to get from Dortmund Airport to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund Airport to Cologne is to drive which costs €13 - €19 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund Airport to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Dortmund Airport to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €13 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund Airport and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund Airport to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Airport and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Dortmund. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund Airport and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Holzwickede and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Dortmund Airport to Cologne?

The distance between Dortmund Airport and Cologne is 96 km. The road distance is 93.5 km.

How do I travel from Dortmund Airport to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Dortmund Airport to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Dortmund Airport to Cologne?

The train from Holzwickede to Koeln Hbf takes 1h 19m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dortmund Airport to Cologne bus from?

Dortmund Airport to Cologne bus services, operated by DSW21-Dortmunder Stadtwerke AG, depart from Dortmund Airport station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund Airport to Cologne train from?

Dortmund Airport to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, depart from Holzwickede station.

Train or bus from Dortmund Airport to Cologne?

The best way to get from Dortmund Airport to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Dortmund Airport to Cologne bus arrive?

Dortmund Airport to Cologne bus services, operated by DSW21-Dortmunder Stadtwerke AG, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Where does the Dortmund Airport to Cologne train arrive?

Dortmund Airport to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dortmund Airport to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund Airport to Cologne is 93 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Dortmund Airport to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1861+ hotels available in Cologne.

Dortmund Airport to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dortmund Airport to Cologne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holzwickede to Koeln Hbftrain Re
1h 39m
Drive 93.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dortmund Airport to Colognecar 93.5 km
1h 3m
€14–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund Airport to Dortmund Hbfbus AirportExpress
2. Take the bus from Dortmund to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
2h 32m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dortmund Airport to Dortmund Hbfbus AirportExpress
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
2h 3m

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Distance: 96.5 km
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Dortmund Airport, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Holzwickede to Koeln Hbf hourly, and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dortmund Airport to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Dortmund Hbf and Dortmund in around 2h 32m.

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