The average train between Modena and Dortmund takes 16h 32m and the fastest train takes 12h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Modena 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 twice daily between Modena and Dortmund. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Modena is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Dortmund at 6:27 PM. All services require a transfer at Milano Centrale and take an average of 16h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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19h 41m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Modena 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 Modena to Dortmund. However, there are services departing from Modena station and arriving at Dortmund station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 32m.
Modena to Dortmund train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Modena station.
Modena to Dortmund train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.
Book your Modena to Dortmund train tickets online with Trenitalia Frecce, Trenitalia EuroCity and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Modena and Dortmund is 805.4 km. The road distance is 1,127 km.
You can take a train from Modena to Dortmund Hbf via Milano Centrale and Basel SBB in around 12h 50m.