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Villa Tugendhat
Modernist villa by Mies van der Rohe, listed by UNESCO. An essential architecture visit for its groundbreaking open-plan interior.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$67
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$120
Fastest journey on Sep 17
10 h 27 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
11 h 5 m
Trains on Sep 17
4
Distance
697 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Brno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Brno will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 4 trains from Dortmund to Brno, including 4 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 697 km distance in an average of 11 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 27 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 11 h 54 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.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Brno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $84 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 11h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $84, while a train costs an average of $275.
Distance: 433 miles (697 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$275 Average price | $84 Average price Cheapest | $174 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 9m Average total duration Fastest 10h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 13m Average total duration 12h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m 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 Brno:
A bus is $191 (€156) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Brno costing on average $275 (€224).
Other travel options to Brno take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 43m.
Tickets start at around $275 (€224) compared to roughly $174 (€142) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-100.91 (€-82.05). The journey takes 10h 39m versus 9h 9m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Brno trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 549 · RJ 385 · RJ 577 | Delayed 12:17 PM 1:46 PMDortmund Hbf | 10h55 | 12:41 AM Brno hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
![]() | 8:46 AM Dortmund | 10h27 | 7:13 PM Brno | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:11 AM Dortmund | 11h02 | 8:13 PM Brno | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:47 AM Dortmund | 11h54 | 10:41 PM Brno | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Dortmund to Brno run on average 11 times per day, taking around 10h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:29, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 433 miles (697 km) distance in 9h 52m.
Distance 433 miles (697 km) |
Average train duration 10h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 9h 52m |
First train 12:29 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Brno 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 Brno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dortmund to Brno trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Brno hlavní nádraží station pair. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Brno train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund Möllerbrücke is 1 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Möllerbrücke 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 options include: Subway, Kleimann, Linus, Teheran
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. ATMs are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Information desks are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Ringhotel Drees, Cityhotel Dortmund, Hotel Fürst garden, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund Stadthaus 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 options include: Westermanns Deli, Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. ATMs are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Information desks are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Nearby hotels include Ringhotel Drees, La Villa am Kaiserbrunnen, Hotel Neuhaus, Cityhotel Dortmund.
Brno hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant U Dřevěného vlka, Stopkova Plzeňská Pivnice
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brno hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brno hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Grandhotel Brno, Hotel Continental, Hotel Slavia.
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