The average train between Dortmund and Merzig takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Dortmund to Merzig. 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 hourly between Dortmund and Merzig. The earliest departure is at 1:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 7:36 PM which arrives into Merzig at 12:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dortmund to Merzig? 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 Merzig. However, there are services departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Merzig station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Dortmund to Merzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Merzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Merzig station.
Book your Dortmund to Merzig train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Süwex.
The distance between Dortmund and Merzig is 237.7 km. The road distance is 344 km.
You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Merzig via Köln Hbf and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof in around 5h.