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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Wuppertal
Showing times and prices for Dec 03
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
36 km
Cheap tickets
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 $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Dortmund for Wuppertal on Wed, Dec 03, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest trains will take 40 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.
07:36AM0h37
Dortmund08:13AMWuppertal
$91One-way
0 transfers
05:53AM0h40
Dortmund06:33AMWuppertal
$91One-way
0 transfers
04:36AM0h37
Dortmund05:13AMWuppertal
$251One-way
0 transfers
05:36AM0h37
Dortmund06:13AMWuppertal
$281One-way
0 transfers
07:36AM0h37
Dortmund08:13AMWuppertal
$91One-way
0 transfers
05:36AM0h37
Dortmund06:13AMWuppertal
$281One-way
0 transfers
04:36AM0h37
Dortmund05:13AMWuppertal
$251One-way
0 transfers
05:53AM0h40
Dortmund06:33AMWuppertal
$91One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Dortmund to Wuppertal train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Wuppertal trains for today, Tuesday, December 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 2:45 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:36 PM Dortmund | 0h37 | 5:13 PM Wuppertal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, December 3 | |||||
| 4:36 AM Dortmund | 0h37 | 5:13 AM Wuppertal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:36 AM Dortmund | 0h37 | 6:13 AM Wuppertal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:53 AM Dortmund | 0h40 | 6:33 AM Wuppertal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:36 AM Dortmund | 0h37 | 8:13 AM Wuppertal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Wuppertal
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Trains from Dortmund to Wuppertal run on average 5 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 37m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 22 miles (36 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:58 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, National Express from Dortmund to Wuppertal trainsDeutsche Bahn, National Express trains will get you between Dortmund and Wuppertal from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
47m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
National Express frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
FAQs: Trains from Dortmund to Wuppertal
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.
The train from Dortmund to Wuppertal takes 37m and runs 5 per day.
Two to three days in Wuppertal are sufficient to explore its key attractions, including the famous suspended monorail, the Wuppertal Zoo, and the Von der Heydt Museum.
Train ticket prices from Dortmund to Wuppertal can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9 (€7), while the average price is around $23 (€18).
The last train from Dortmund to Wuppertal leaves at 11:58 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Dortmund to Wuppertal.
The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Wuppertal is by train, with a cost of around $9 (€7).
The first train from Dortmund to Wuppertal leaves at 12:04 AM.
Yes, a day trip from Dortmund to Wuppertal is feasible. The journey takes 37m, covers a distance of 22 miles (36 km), and trains run 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Dortmund to Wuppertal.
The train journey from Dortmund to Wuppertal offers a mix of urban and suburban views, with industrial landscapes and green areas, including sections running along the Ruhr River, providing a pleasant but not overly scenic experience.
Yes, there is a direct train from Dortmund to Wuppertal. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, National Express.
The distance by train from Dortmund to Wuppertal is 22 miles (36 km).
The train station in Dortmund that goes to Wuppertal is Dortmund Hbf, which connects to Wuppertal Hbf.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dortmund to Wuppertal
Dortmund
Wuppertal
The major train station for departures in Dortmund is Dortmund Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dortmund Hbf for your trip from Dortmund to Wuppertal.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
Dining
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
Hotel
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
Dortmund-Hörde
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Grill Palace
- Gathi's Pizza & Döner
- Onur Grill
- Café Aufbruch
Dortmund-Scharnhorst
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- S&E Café
- S&E Imbiss
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Strobels
- Rosenterassen
Dortmund-Barop
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmDining
- Pizzeria PePee
- American Corner
- Tiziana
- Taverne Steki
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
8 kmDining
- The Greek
- Peking Garden
- Piccola Enzo
- Restaurant Symbol
Dortmund-Wickede
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
11 kmDining
- Stations-Grill
- My Döner & Pan Pizza
- Mein Café in der Alten Backstube
- Dö-Pi
Dortmund Universität
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmDining
- Shan's Küche
- La Gazzetta
- Pizzeria Solino
- Food fakultät
The major train station for arrivals in Wuppertal is Wuppertal Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wuppertal Hbf for your journey to Wuppertal from Dortmund.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 14:00
Dining
- Vidaleo
- Cafe Extrablatt
- McDonald's
- KYTO Coffee Wuppertal
Hotel
- Central-Hotel
- Ibis Wuppertal City
- Hotel Astor
- Arcade
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- TeAmore
- Burger King
- Haus Becker
- Café Moritz
Hotel
- Imperial
- City Hotel
- Hotel zur Krone
Wuppertal-Steinbeck
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- Vidaleo
- KYTO Coffee Wuppertal
- Laurenz
- Milia´s Coffee
Hotel
- Central-Hotel
- Hotel Astor
- Hotel Hanseatic
- Arcade
Wuppertal-Unterbarmen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Yom Döner
- Hardt-Stübchen
- Subway
- Cafeteria im Amtsgericht
Hotel
- Also-Hotel an der Hardt
Wuppertal-Zoologischer Garten
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Mc Bobby
- Pizza-Time
- Sonnborner Hafen
- Varresbecker Grill
Hotel
- Dorfschenke
- Zur Rutenbeck
- Schwaferts
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- Cay Ocegi
- Mona Lisa
- Kochstube
- Kebab Haus
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- McDonald's
- Färberei:Café
- Wupper Grill
- Vinh Son
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