What is the cheapest way to get from Germany to Dortmund?

The cheapest way to get from Germany to Dortmund is to rideshare which costs €17 - €40 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Germany to Dortmund?

The fastest way to get from Germany to Dortmund is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs €85 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Germany and Dortmund?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin and arriving at Dortmund. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 7h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Germany and Dortmund?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to Dortmund. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Dortmund Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Germany to Dortmund?

The distance between Germany and Dortmund is 463 km. The road distance is 491.2 km.

How do I travel from Germany to Dortmund without a car?

The best way to get from Germany to Dortmund without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs €85 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Germany to Dortmund?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Germany to Dortmund, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to Dortmund bus from?

Germany to Dortmund bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Masurenallee - Berlin station.

Where do I catch the Germany to Dortmund train from?

Germany to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Germany to Dortmund?

The best way to get from Germany to Dortmund is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs €85 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Germany to Dortmund bus arrive?

Germany to Dortmund bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Dortmund station.

Where does the Germany to Dortmund train arrive?

Germany to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Can I drive from Germany to Dortmund?

Yes, the driving distance between Germany to Dortmund is 491 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Germany to Dortmund.

Where can I stay near Dortmund?

There are 1324+ hotels available in Dortmund.

Can I share a ride from Germany to Dortmund?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Germany and Dortmund. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Germany to Dortmund - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Germany to Dortmund by train, bus, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 10 / ...
3h 56m
€86–203
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Dortmundrideshare 489.9 km
5h 14m
€17–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Dortmundbus Mykolayiv
6h 23m
Drive 491.2 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Dortmundcar 491.2 km
4h 7m
€69–100
Bus via Dortmund central bus station
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Dortmund central bus stationbus N1361 / ...
7h 31m
€33–64
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Berlin to Dortmundbus
7h 57m
€20–40

Germany to Dortmund by train

185Weekly Trains

3h 56mAverage Duration

€86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 463.3 km
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Germany and Dortmund, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Dortmund Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €85–200 and the journey takes 3h 24m. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Dortmund once daily, and the journey takes 4h 48m.

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