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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€40
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€83
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
4 h
Trains on Sep 20
22
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
It's difficult to get from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf without transferring at least 5 times.
ICE 311 · ICE 154911:01 AM4h02Antwerp-Central3:03 PMDortmund Hbf€401One-way1 transfer
3139+
94716:07 PM4h36Antwerp-Central10:43 PMDortmund Hbf€701One-way1 transfer- EC 9223 · IC 3630 · 89723+
200239:45 AM5h09Antwerp-Central2:54 PMDortmund Hbf€761One-way3 transfers - EC 9231 · IC 3638 · 89727+2002711:45 AM5h09Antwerp-Central4:54 PMDortmund Hbf€761One-way3 transfers
- EC 9239 · IC 3646 · 89731+200311:45 PM5h09Antwerp-Central6:54 PMDortmund Hbf€761One-way3 transfers
- EC 9223 · IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 200799:45 AM3h59Antwerp-Central1:44 PMDortmund Hbf€891One-way5 transfers
- EC 9231 · IC 1143 · IC 3541 · 2008311:45 AM3h59Antwerp-Central3:44 PMDortmund Hbf€851One-way5 transfers
- EC 9239 · IC 1151 · IC 3549 · 200871:45 PM3h59Antwerp-Central5:44 PMDortmund Hbf€851One-way5 transfers
- EC 9235 · IC 1147 · IC 3545 · 2008512:45 PM4h00Antwerp-Central4:45 PMDortmund Hbf€851One-way5 transfers
- EC 9219 · IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 200778:45 AM4h01Antwerp-Central12:46 PMDortmund Hbf€891One-way5 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, while a flight costs an average of €497.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€92 Average price | €497 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf:
A bus is €50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf costing on average €92.
A bus is €454 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf costing on average €497.
Other travel options to Dortmund Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 46m.
Bus takes on average 6h 15m.
Tickets start at around €92 compared to roughly €38 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-54.05. The journey takes 3h 46m versus 2h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 3327 · ICE 11 · ICE 545 | On time 5:39 AM Antwerp-Central | 4h05 | 9:44 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 9211 · IC 1123 · IC 3521 · 20073 | On time 6:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 4h01 | 10:46 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5 transfers | |
| EC 9211 · IC 1123 · IC 3521 · 20073 | On time 6:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 4h25 | 11:10 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| IC 707 · IC 3329 · ICE 13 · 26815 | 7:34 AM Antwerp-Central | 4h41 | 12:15 PM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 9215 · IC 1127 · IC 3525 · 20075 | 7:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 5h05 | 12:50 PM Dortmund Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| EC 9215 · IC 1127 · IC 3525 · 20075 | On time 7:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 3h59 | 11:44 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5 transfers | |
| EC 9219 · IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077 | 8:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 4h01 | 12:46 PM Dortmund Hbf | 5 transfers | |
| EC 9219 · IC 2035 · ICE 123 · 31258 | 8:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 4h41 | 1:26 PM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 9219 · IC 2035 · ICE 123 · 31258 | 8:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 4h30 | 1:15 PM Dortmund Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| IC 709 · IC 3331 · ICE 15 · 26819 | 9:34 AM Antwerp-Central | 4h41 | 2:15 PM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 9223 · IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 | On time 9:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 3h59 | 1:44 PM Dortmund Hbf | 5 transfers | |
| EC 9223 · IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 | 9:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 5h05 | 2:50 PM Dortmund Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| EC 9227 · IC 1139 · IC 3537 · 20081 | On time 10:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 4h01 | 2:46 PM Dortmund Hbf | 5 transfers | |
| ICE 311 · ICE 1549 | On time 11:01 AM Antwerp-Central | 4h02 | 3:03 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 711 · IC 3333 · ICE 315 · 26823 | 11:34 AM Antwerp-Central | 4h41 | 4:15 PM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 9231 · IC 1143 · IC 3541 · 20083 | On time 11:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 3h59 | 3:44 PM Dortmund Hbf | 5 transfers | |
| EC 9231 · IC 3638+20027+89727 | 11:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 5h09 | 4:54 PM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 9231 · IC 1143 · IC 3541 · 20083 | 11:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 4h30 | 4:15 PM Dortmund Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| EC 9231 · IC 1143 · IC 3541 · 20083 | 11:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 5h05 | 4:50 PM Dortmund Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| 3137+9459 | 4:07 PM Antwerp-Central | 4h32 | 8:39 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 3139+9471 | 6:07 PM Antwerp-Central | 4h36 | 10:43 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf
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Trains from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €56 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €56 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 4:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH trains will get you between Antwerp-Central and Dortmund Hbf from €21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
VIAS Rail GmbH
FAQs: Trains from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dortmund Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf
Most Antwerp-Central to Dortmund Hbf trains use the Antwerpen Centraal to Dortmund Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Antwerp-Central and Dortmund Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Antwerpen Centraal from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen Centraal train station facilities and services
Antwerpen Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
Getting to Dortmund Hbf from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Hbf train station facilities and services
Dortmund Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
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