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Altmärkisches Museum
Stendal's leading museum, dedicated to archaeology, urban history, and regional culture. It is the best place to understand the Altmark and the city's past.
Cheapest price
lei246
Average price
lei259
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Stendal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Stendal will cost around lei259 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei246.
It's difficult to get from Dortmund to Stendal without transferring at least once.
ICE 849 · ICE 798
ICE 847 · ICE 992
ICE 943 · ICE 794
ICE 941 · ICE 796
ICE 845 · ICE 994
ICE 849 · ICE 798
ICE 941 · ICE 796
ICE 943 · ICE 794
ICE 847 · ICE 992
ICE 845 · ICE 994Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Stendal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from lei220. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of lei220, and a bus costs an average of lei546.
Distance: 201 miles (324 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
lei344 Average price Cheapest | lei546 Average price | lei314 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 31m Average total duration 11h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Stendal:
A train is lei202 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dortmund to Stendal costing on average lei546.
Other travel options to Stendal take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 1m.
You'll arrive about 1h 27m sooner (2h 55m by train vs 4h 22m by car). Tickets start at around lei344 compared to roughly lei314 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Stendal trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 845 · ICE 994 | On time 8:46 AM Dortmund Hbf | 3h00 | 11:46 AM Stendal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 847 · ICE 992 | On time 10:46 AM Dortmund Hbf | 3h00 | 1:46 PM Stendal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 849 · ICE 798 | On time 12:47 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h59 | 3:46 PM Stendal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 941 · ICE 796 | On time 2:47 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h59 | 5:46 PM Stendal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 943 · ICE 794 | On time 4:47 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h59 | 7:46 PM Stendal Hbf | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Dortmund to Stendal run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at lei220 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 201 miles (324 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 201 miles (324 km) |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price lei220 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 10:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Stendal's leading museum, dedicated to archaeology, urban history, and regional culture. It is the best place to understand the Altmark and the city's past.
Museum and research center honoring art historian Johann Joachim Winckelmann. Exhibitions connect Stendal with classical archaeology and European ideas.
Small local history display in a medieval gate, presenting the city's defenses and development. It is a compact stop with a memorable historic setting.
The central market square framed by major historic buildings. It is the heart of old Stendal and the best place to feel the city's Hanseatic character.
Historic old town quarter with Brick Gothic churches, gates, and merchant traces. It is the essential walking area for architecture and atmosphere.
Main pedestrian shopping street through the old town. It mixes historic façades with everyday city life and connects several key sights on foot.
A rustic potato dish from Saxony-Anhalt, often served as mashed potatoes or pan-fried slices with gravy and regional meats.
Hearty kale stew common in northern central Germany, usually cooked with sausages and potatoes in winter.
Traditional sour marinated roast beef served cold or warm, valued in the Altmark for festive meals and inn cooking.
Historic hotel restaurant serving German cuisine in an elegant setting, suitable for a more refined local dining experience.
Traditional German inn in Stendal known for regional dishes and a classic, relaxed atmosphere in the historic center.
Well-known casual venue for hearty German meals, beers, and a lively pub-style atmosphere popular with locals.
More affordable than larger German cities, with lower hotel rates, modest dining prices, and inexpensive regional transit.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafes.
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Stendal Hbf -> Marktplatz Stendal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Stendal 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 Stendal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dortmund to Stendal trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Stendal Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Stendal 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.
Stendal Hbf is 1 km from Stendal city centre. Public transport options include:
Stendal Hbf 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: Speisegaststätte Klöppel, Seeperle, Latti's Food House, Megas Alexandros
Wi-Fi is available at Stendal Hbf. ATMs are available at Stendal Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stendal Hbf. Information desks are available at Stendal Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Stendal Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stendal Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stendal Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stendal Hbf.
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