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Von der Heydt-Museum
Leading art museum with works from the 19th century to today, especially strong in modern and postwar art in a landmark building.
Cheapest price on Sep 04
$22
Average ticket price on Sep 04
$26
Fastest journey on Sep 04
37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 04
58 m
Trains on Sep 04
3
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Wuppertal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Wuppertal will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
On Fri, Sep 04, we found 3 trains from Dortmund to Wuppertal, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 04 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
On Fri, Sep 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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.
ICE 515
ICE 217 · 17410
14659 · ICE 956
ICE 515
14659 · ICE 956
ICE 217 · 17410Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Wuppertal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, while a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 22 miles (36 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Wuppertal take longer:
Train takes on average 40m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (40m by train vs 50m by car). Tickets start at around $23 (€18) compared to roughly $9 (€7) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Wuppertal trains for today, Thursday, September 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 515 | Delayed 7:11 AM 8:36 AMDortmund Hbf | 0h37 | 7:51 AM 7:51 AMWuppertal Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
14659 · ICE 956 | Delayed 8:37 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1h04 | 7:59 AM 7:59 AMWuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 519 | Delayed 12:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0h37 | 11:17 AM 11:17 AMWuppertal Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
14667 · ICE 952 | On time 12:37 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1h04 | 1:41 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 109 · ICE 610 | Delayed 1:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1h09 | 12:47 PM 12:47 PMWuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
14669 · ICE 650 | On time 1:37 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1h07 | 2:44 PM Wuppertal Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Dortmund to Wuppertal run on average 3 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 37m.
Distance 22 miles (36 km) |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Discover the best of Wuppertal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wuppertal trip today.
Leading art museum with works from the 19th century to today, especially strong in modern and postwar art in a landmark building.
Contemporary sculpture park combining major international artworks with wooded grounds and striking exhibition spaces on a hillside.
Museum on early industrial history in the Engels family’s former house, explaining Wuppertal’s textile era and Friedrich Engels’ background.
Top urban walking route on a former railway line with bridges, tunnels, and broad views. It is one of Wuppertal’s most popular outdoor attractions.
Historic district with timber-framed houses, monastery heritage, and waterside scenery. A charming escape from the denser urban center.
Large hillside park with botanical garden, tower, lawns, and paths. A classic local place for strolling, views, and relaxing greenery.
Bergische Kaffeetafel is a traditional coffee spread with waffles, rye bread, cold cuts, rice pudding and cherries, served in the Bergisches Land region around Wuppertal.
Bergische Waffeln are crisp heart-shaped waffles, often served with hot cherries, cream or rice pudding. They are a signature regional treat in Bergisches Land.
Milchreis is creamy rice pudding often served warm with cinnamon, sugar and cherries as part of a Bergische Kaffeetafel, making it a nostalgic local comfort dish.
Refined Michelin-starred dining with modern tasting menus and polished service. A leading fine dining address in Wuppertal.
Established restaurant in the zoo district with seasonal German cuisine and a classic atmosphere. A reliable choice for regional and upscale meals.
Historic brewery pub serving hearty Bergisch and German classics in a traditional, convivial setting. Known for regional food and house beer.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually below Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dortmund to Wuppertal trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Wuppertal 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-Barop is 4 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Barop 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: Pizzeria PePee, American Corner, Tiziana, Taverne Steki
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Barop. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Barop.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Barop. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Barop.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Barop. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Barop: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Barop: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Barop.
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Wuppertal 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: Vidaleo, Cafe Extrablatt, McDonald's, KYTO Coffee Wuppertal
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal Hbf. ATMs are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Information desks are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Central-Hotel, Ibis Wuppertal City, Hotel Astor, Arcade.
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen is 5 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen 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: McDonald's, Färberei:Café, Wupper Grill, Vinh Son
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
Wuppertal-Barmen is 3 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:
Wuppertal-Barmen 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: TeAmore, Burger King, Haus Becker, Café Moritz
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wuppertal-Barmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wuppertal-Barmen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Nearby hotels include Imperial, City Hotel, Hotel zur Krone.
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