The average train between Dortmund and Italy takes 17h 20m and the fastest train takes 13h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Dortmund to Italy. 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 Dortmund and Italy. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 7:36 PM which arrives into Italy at 1:24 PM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 17h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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21h 43m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dortmund to Italy? 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 Dortmund to Italy. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf station and arriving at Roma Termini station via Basel SBB station, Lugano station and Milano Centrale station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 20m.
Dortmund to Italy train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Italy train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Roma Termini station.
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The distance between Dortmund and Italy is 1062.2 km. The road distance is 1447 km.
You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Roma Termini via Basel SBB, Lugano, and Milano Centrale in around 14h 25m.