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Trip Overview

The train between Dortmund and Apolda takes 4h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Dortmund to Apolda. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 19m
Duration
404 km
Distance
€81
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Dortmund to Apolda train times

Trains run twice daily between Dortmund and Apolda. The earliest departure is at 10:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 4:42 PM which arrives into Apolda at 9:01 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Abellio GmbH4h 19m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Abellio GmbH4h 19m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Abellio GmbH4h 19m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Abellio GmbH4h 19m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Abellio GmbH4h 19m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Abellio GmbH4h 19m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Abellio GmbH4h 19m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Abellio GmbH4h 19m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Abellio GmbH4h 19m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Abellio GmbH4h 19m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Abellio GmbH4h 19m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Abellio GmbH4h 19m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Abellio GmbH4h 19m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dortmund to Apolda? 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.

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  • Distance: 404.2 km
  • Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Dortmund, Germany and Apolda, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Erfurt Hbf 5 times a day. Tickets cost €60–120 and the journey takes 3h 33m.

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