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Dortmunder U
A Major Art And Culture Center In A Former Brewery Tower With Exhibitions, Media Art, And Panoramic City Views.
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Duisburg to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Duisburg to Dortmund will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 4 trains that leave Duisburg for Dortmund on Mon, Aug 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
FlixTrain
ICE 843
ICE 845
IC 2206 · 31250
ICE 843
ICE 845
FlixTrain
IC 2206 · 31250Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€7 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Duisburg to Dortmund:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg to Dortmund costing on average €7.
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Bus takes on average 41m.
The journey is about 15m faster (40m by train vs 55m by car) and roughly €2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€7 vs €9). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Duisburg to Dortmund trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain | 4:51 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h38 | 5:29 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
ICE 843 | On time 6:08 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h36 | 6:44 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 845 | On time 8:08 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h36 | 8:44 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2206 · 31250 | On time 8:26 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h00 | 9:26 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Duisburg to Dortmund run on average 4 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
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Refined modern tasting menus in an elegant setting. One of Dortmund’s best-known fine dining addresses with polished service.
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Moderate for Germany; hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and local transit is fairly priced for city travel.
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Dortmund Hbf -> Dortmund City Center
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg to Dortmund 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 Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Duisburg to Dortmund trains use the Duisburg Hbf to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Use this guide to compare Duisburg and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Rheinhausen is 5 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Rheinhausen 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: Arcadas Grill, Mykonos Grill Pizzeria, Eis-Café Romeo, Tor 6
Wi-Fi is available at Rheinhausen. ATMs are available at Rheinhausen.
Ticket office support is available at Rheinhausen. Information desks are available at Rheinhausen.
Luggage storage is available at Rheinhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rheinhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rheinhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rheinhausen.
Nearby hotels include Belweder.
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 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.
Dortmund-Mengede is 8 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Mengede 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: The Greek, Peking Garden, Piccola Enzo, Restaurant Symbol
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Mengede. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Mengede.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Mengede. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Mengede.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Mengede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Mengede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Mengede: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Mengede.
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