The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Dortmund
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$220
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
422 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Dortmund will cost around $220 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 12 trains that leave Berlin for Dortmund on Sun, Nov 30, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct trains cover the 422 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest trains will take 3 h 42 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and bus for Berlin to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €100.
Distance: 262 miles (422 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€56 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest | €241 Average price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Dortmund trains for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixTrain | 6:59 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 4h25 | 11:24 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 7:10 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h14 | 11:24 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 7:40 AM Berlin Spandau | 3h44 | 11:24 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 642 | On time 7:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h25 | 11:11 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 942 | On time 8:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h24 | 12:10 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 640 | On time 9:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h25 | 1:11 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 758 | On time 10:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h42 | 1:48 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 940 | On time 10:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h24 | 2:10 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 1:28 PM Berlin Hbf | 3h56 | 5:24 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 5:47 AM Berlin | 4h37 | 10:24 AM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:53 AM Berlin | 4h31 | 10:24 AM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Dortmund
Trains from Berlin to Dortmund run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 262 miles (422 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 262 miles (422 km) |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Berlin to Dortmund trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Berlin and Dortmund from $26 (€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.
FlixTrain
Traveling by train from Berlin to Dortmund
The train connection between Berlin and Dortmund is well-served by reliable providers such as Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain. With frequent services throughout the day, travelers can enjoy a comfortable journey that typically takes around 4 to 5 hours. Both operators offer various amenities, ensuring a pleasant travel experience while you take in the scenic views of Germany's countryside along the way.
Train Connection: Berlin to Dortmund
Traveling from Berlin to Dortmund takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. There are 2 direct connections available each day, with no transfers required. Passengers can depart from several stations in Berlin, including Berlin Südkreuz, Berlin Hbf, Berlin Spandau, Berlin Gesundbrunnen, and Berlin Ostbahnhof. The journey concludes at Dortmund Hbf.
Berlin to Dortmund Train Connection
The first daily train from Berlin to Dortmund departs at 06:23, providing an early start for travelers looking to explore the vibrant city of Dortmund. The last journey of the day leaves at 21:38, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy their activities before returning in the evening.
Train Tickets Price for Berlin to Dortmund
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between Berlin and Dortmund is €20. The average ticket price typically ranges around €65, making it a convenient option for travelers looking to explore these vibrant German cities.
Exploring Dortmund: A Journey Through History and Culture
Welcome to Signal Iduna Park, also known as Westfalenstadion, the largest stadium in Germany and a true fortress of football. Opened in 1974, it has witnessed countless historic matches and is home to Borussia Dortmund, where passionate fans create an electrifying atmosphere that’s unmatched anywhere else. One unique feature you’ll love is the famous "Yellow Wall," a standing terrace that can hold over 25,000 supporters—an experience every football fan should witness!
Next on our journey is Reinoldikirche, a stunning Gothic church dating back to the 13th century that stands as one of Dortmund's oldest landmarks. This architectural gem not only serves as a place of worship but also symbolizes resilience; it survived both World Wars and continues to be an integral part of local heritage. Be sure to admire its impressive stained glass windows and climb the tower for breathtaking views of the city.
Finally, we arrive at Dortmund U-Tower—a former brewery turned cultural hub that's now home to art exhibitions and creative spaces. Once completed in 1927 as part of Dortmunder Union Brewery operations, this iconic structure represents industrial transformation into modern creativity within urban landscapes. Don’t miss out on visiting its rooftop terrace for panoramic vistas while enjoying contemporary art installations!
FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Dortmund 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin to Dortmund
- AVCI Bistro
- Restaurant Athos
- Yoko Sushi
- Payamlino Bistro
- Hotel Nova
- Pension Adamshof
- Pension Zum Lichtenberger
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
- Haus der 100 Biere
- Ach!NikO!Ach!
- Ristorante Salve
- Mommsen-Eck
- Hotel Orion
- Come Inn Berlin Kurfürstendamm Opera
- Ku’ Damm 101 Design-Hotel Berlin
- EnergieHotel
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- Fook Lam Mun
- Schützen-Wirtin
- Loretta am Wannsee
- Lorettas Almhütte
- Bonverde am Wannsee
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Kouzina
- Aida
- Madame Ngo
- Thanh Long
- Air in Berlin Hotel
- City Ansbach
- Hotel Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof
- Hotel Classic
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- La Femme
- Insel Snack
- Curry-Baude
- BAK Breakfast House
- Hotel am Luisenbad
- Citylight Hotel
- Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Potsdamer Straße.
- Vapiano
- Lindenbräu am Potsdamer Platz
- The Curtain Club
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Crowne Plaza Berlin – Potsdamer Platz
- The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin
- Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: shopping and dining area
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S25, S26
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Mammam
- Der Alte Fritz
- Carambar
- Da Vincenzo
- Art’otel Berlin Mitte
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel ibis Berlin Mitte
- Hotel Casa Camper Berlin
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Soul Sushi Berlin Mitte
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- Maritim proArte Hotel Berlin
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Der Alte Fritz
- Carambar
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- India Spice
- Jelänger Jelieber
- JAS
- Schneeweiß
- Hotel Victoria
- A&O Berlin Friedrichshain
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Espresso House
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- Maritim proArte Hotel Berlin
- La Pergola
- Paella
- Haus der 100 Biere
- Ach!NikO!Ach!
- Ku’ Damm 101 Design-Hotel Berlin
- Ivbergs Hotel
- Aspria Spa + Sporting Club + Hotel
- Landmark eco Hotel Berlin
- Caffè Kamee
- Oase Adlershof
- Gerdan's Café
- Esskultur
- Airporthotel Berlin - Adlershof
- ADAPT APARTMENTS Berlin GmbH
- Zur kleinen Remise
- Herkules I
- Dönerpoint
- By Sultan's
- Yes Haus
- Ristorante Cascina
- BelCanto
- Der Gaideck & Sakura Sushi
- Asiagourmet
- Bistro Bonjour
- Thang Long
- Center-Grill
- Fisherman's
- Trattoria Monticchiello
- Marians Imbiss
- Ristorante Da Guiliano
- Alt Tegel
- Zagreb
- Sirtaki Taverna
- Duo
- La Ronda
- Coffee Star
- Uferlos
- Sotto
- Julius
- Eigenart Appartements
- Arena Inn
- Bistro Waldschulallee
- Funkturm-Restaurant
- Messesnack Kleiner Stern
- La Forchetta
- Papa Grill
- Tumabé
- DoubleEye
- Yogi-Haus
- Hotel Schöneberg
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
- Grill Palace
- Gathi's Pizza & Döner
- Onur Grill
- Café Aufbruch
- S&E Café
- S&E Imbiss
- Stehcafe
- Facefood Kebaphaus
- Pizzeria Enzo
- Pizzeria Amirco
- Westermanns Deli
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Ringhotel Drees
- La Villa am Kaiserbrunnen
- Hotel Neuhaus
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Strobels
- Rosenterassen
- Rilasso
- Grill Haus
- Asia Mac Rice
- Ali Baba
- Rilasso
- Ali Baba
- Da Nino
- Giresun Kebap
- Alte Mühle
- Rosmarin
- Pizzeria Trattoria Selagio
- Abant Grill
- Pizzeria Florio
- Yve's Eiscafé und mehr
- Mamma Mia
- Grill Station Husen
- Pan Pizza Mo
- Óla Kalá
- Imbiss Futterluke
- Pizzeria Puzzle
- Side Döner
- The Greek
- Peking Garden
- Piccola Enzo
- Restaurant Symbol
- Stations-Grill
- My Döner & Pan Pizza
- Mein Café in der Alten Backstube
- Dö-Pi
- Oespeler Deele da Gian
- Olympia Grill
- Casa del Gusto
- Wiacker Gartencafé
- Shan's Küche
- La Gazzetta
- Pizzeria Solino
- Food fakultät
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