The average train between Derby and Dortmund takes 9h 6m and the fastest train takes 7h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to Dortmund. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Derby and Dortmund. The earliest departure is at 4:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Dortmund at 3:43 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 9h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Dortmund? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Derby to Dortmund. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Dortmund station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.
Derby to Dortmund train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Dortmund train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.
Book your Derby to Dortmund train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Derby and Dortmund is 628.5 km. The road distance is 891 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Dortmund Hbf via London St Pancras Intl, Brussels-Midi, Bruxelles Midi, and Köln Hbf in around 8h 41m.