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MKM Museum Küppersmühle für Moderne Kunst
Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Cheapest price on Oct 08
$10
Average ticket price on Oct 08
$32
Fastest journey on Oct 08
35 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
38 m
Trains on Oct 08
10
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Duisburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Duisburg will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
On Thu, Oct 08, we found 10 trains from Dortmund to Duisburg, including 10 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 08 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Thu, Oct 08 the slowest trains will take 39 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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ICE 529
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89706Trains from Dortmund to Duisburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 but you can travel from only $4 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Duisburg trains for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain | 8:26 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0h44 | 9:10 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 8 | |||||
89706 | 6:07 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h39 | 6:46 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 527 | On time 6:15 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h49 | 7:04 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 25 | On time 6:21 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h49 | 7:10 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26806 | 6:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h38 | 7:23 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
89708 | 7:05 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h41 | 7:46 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 529 | On time 7:19 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h45 | 8:04 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26808 | 7:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h38 | 8:23 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
89710 | 8:07 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0h39 | 8:46 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Compact museum on inland shipping in Ruhrort, with models, engines, and harbor history. Essential for understanding Duisburg’s role as Europe’s inland port.
Regional art museum with works from modernism to contemporary practice. It is known for changing shows and an accessible, central city location.
Iconic walk-through sculpture on a hill above former slag heaps. The looping staircase and wide views make it one of Duisburg’s most photographed spots.
Revitalized inner harbor district with promenades, architecture, museums, and waterside views. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and photography.
Large landscaped park built around former steelworks. Day and night visits offer industrial scenery, gardens, and unusually atmospheric walking routes.
A hearty potato stew from the Lower Rhine, often with vegetables and sausage. It is a classic comfort dish long associated with home cooking in the region.
Curried sausage with sauce and fries is a Ruhrgebiet staple. In Duisburg it is a classic quick meal tied to the area's everyday working-class food culture.
Pickled herring in a sweet-sour marinade with onion and beetroot. Common across northern Germany and the Lower Rhine, it reflects the region's historic fish trade.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in Duisburg with modern tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Traditional brewery-style restaurant known for hearty German and Rhineland dishes in a relaxed, historic atmosphere at the Innenhafen.
Well-known riverside restaurant in Duisburg-Homberg serving regional German classics and seasonal dishes in a warm, established setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels often cost less than in Munich or Cologne, while dining and local transit stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is not usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Duisburg Hbf -> Königstraße, Duisburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Duisburg 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 Duisburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dortmund to Duisburg trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Duisburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Duisburg-Schlenk. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Duisburg 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-Kley is 7 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Kley 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 options include: Side Döner, Heisse Theke, IKEA Restaurant, Wiacker Gartencafé
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Kley. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Kley.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Kley. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Kley.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Kley. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Kley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Kley: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Kley.
Dortmund-Wickede is 11 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Wickede 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 options include: Stations-Grill, My Döner & Pan Pizza, Mein Café in der Alten Backstube, Dö-Pi
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Wickede. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Wickede. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Wickede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Wickede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Wickede: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Duisburg 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: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
Duisburg-Schlenk is 3 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Schlenk 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: Neon der Grieche, Bäckerei Bolten, Berliner-Kult Imbis, Die Zauberei
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Schlenk. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Schlenk.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Schlenk. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Schlenk.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Schlenk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg-Schlenk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg-Schlenk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Schlenk.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Stadion, Hotel am Sportpark.
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