The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Bremerhaven
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Bremerhaven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Bremerhaven will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 2 trains that leave Dortmund for Bremerhaven on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 238 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 1 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.
6:25 AM3h01Dortmund9:26 AMBremerhaven$771One-way0 transfers
7:25 AM3h01Dortmund10:26 AMBremerhaven$881One-way0 transfers
7:25 AM3h01Dortmund10:26 AMBremerhaven$881One-way0 transfers
6:25 AM3h01Dortmund9:26 AMBremerhaven$771One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Dortmund to Bremerhaven
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Bremerhaven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $45.
Distance: 147 miles (238 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$77 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Bremerhaven:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Bremerhaven costing on average $77 (€63).
Other travel options to Bremerhaven take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
You'll arrive about 46m sooner (2h 40m by train vs 3h 26m by car). Tickets start at around $77 (€63) compared to roughly $52 (€43) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Dortmund to Bremerhaven train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Bremerhaven trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:25 AM Dortmund | 3h01 | 10:26 AM Bremerhaven | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Bremerhaven
Trains from Dortmund to Bremerhaven run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) but you can travel from only $40 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:01, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (238 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 147 miles (238 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 1:01 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Dortmund to Bremerhaven trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Dortmund and Bremerhaven from $40 (€33). 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Dortmund to Bremerhaven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Bremerhaven 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 Bremerhaven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dortmund to Bremerhaven
Most Dortmund to Bremerhaven trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Bremerhaven Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Bremerhaven-Lehe. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Bremerhaven train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dortmund station do trains to Bremerhaven leave from?
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.
Getting to Dortmund Universität from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Universität is 4 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Universität train station facilities and services
Dortmund Universität has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Shan's Küche, La Gazzetta, Pizzeria Solino, Food fakultät
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Universität. ATMs are available at Dortmund Universität.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Universität. Information desks are available at Dortmund Universität.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Universität. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Universität: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Universität: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Universität.
Getting to Dortmund Signal Iduna Park from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park train station facilities and services
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Which Bremerhaven station do trains from Dortmund arrive at?
Getting to Bremerhaven Hbf from Bremerhaven city centre
Bremerhaven Hbf is 2 km from Bremerhaven city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremerhaven Hbf train station facilities and services
Bremerhaven 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: Steakhaus An der Mühle, Dafni, Fernost Imbiss, Bootshaus Bürgerpark
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bremerhaven Hbf. ATMs are available at Bremerhaven Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bremerhaven Hbf. Information desks are available at Bremerhaven Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bremerhaven Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bremerhaven Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bremerhaven Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremerhaven Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include City Hotel Bremerhaven, Hotel Amaris.
Getting to Bremerhaven-Lehe from Bremerhaven city centre
Bremerhaven-Lehe is 2 km from Bremerhaven city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremerhaven-Lehe train station facilities and services
Bremerhaven-Lehe 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: Sky Pizza, Bürgerhaus Lehe, Burger King, ANNA
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bremerhaven-Lehe. ATMs are available at Bremerhaven-Lehe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bremerhaven-Lehe. Information desks are available at Bremerhaven-Lehe.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bremerhaven-Lehe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bremerhaven-Lehe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bremerhaven-Lehe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremerhaven-Lehe.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Atlantic Hotel, Columbus, Zur Börse.
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