Düsseldorf to Dortmund train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Dortmund

Showing times and prices for Mar 21

Cheapest price

$11

Average price

$24

Fastest journey

49 m

Average duration

53 m

Trains per day

Distance

58 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Dortmund will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.

Fast trains

Of the 11 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Dortmund every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .

The slowest trains will take 55 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.

Cheapest

FlixTrain

10:37AM0h56

Düsseldorf Hbf

11:33AMDortmund Hbf

$111One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixTrain

04:38PM0h55

Düsseldorf Hbf

05:33PMDortmund Hbf

$111One-way

0 transfers

FlixTrain

06:37AM0h55

Düsseldorf Hbf

07:32AMDortmund Hbf

$131One-way

0 transfers

ICE 849

11:45AM0h55

Düsseldorf Hbf

12:40PMDortmund Hbf

$241One-way

0 transfers

ICE 1223

08:48AM0h50

Düsseldorf Hbf

09:38AMDortmund Hbf

$241One-way

0 transfers

Live departures

Düsseldorf to Dortmund train times train times

Showing trains for today, Thursday, March 20

Last updated at 7:48 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 545	Delayed 7:52 AM 7:50 AMDüsseldorf Hbf	0h55	8:49 AM 8:49 AMDortmund Hbf	0 transfersDirect
FlixTrain \| FlixTrain	3:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf	0h55	4:33 PM Dortmund Hbf	0 transfersDirect
Friday, March 21
FlixTrain \| FlixTrain	5:37 AM Düsseldorf Hbf	0h55	6:32 AM Dortmund Hbf	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 616	Delayed 7:34 AM 7:34 AMDüsseldorf Hbf	0h49	8:23 AM 8:23 AMDortmund Hbf	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 1223	Delayed 7:48 AM 7:48 AMDüsseldorf Hbf	0h50	8:38 AM 8:38 AMDortmund Hbf	0 transfersDirect

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Pros

No delay and no change

Staff friendly

It was quiet on the train

Passenger compartment clean

Cons

Toilet unhygienic and smelly

This train had also not been very busy, but it was very quiet here in contrast to the outward journey. It was very clean in the passenger compartment, but the toilets had been very unhygienic and stank. However, the staff were friendly and the seats were very comfortable, with full facilities. Due to the low occupancy rate, there were no delays and, as on the outward journey, no changes had been necessary.

Pros

friendly staff

Good equipment and comfortable seats

Cons

Noisy and hot passenger compartment

Delay of 10 minutes due to boarding and alighting

full train

This ICE had been very full and people were standing right up to the door, which is why boarding and alighting took a little longer and the train was delayed by 10 minutes. Accordingly, it had also been very loud and hot in the passenger compartment. The seats were comfortable and the furnishings were okay. The cleanliness could have been better, but was still within the acceptable range. So that not so many people had to stand, the staff decided to make the 1st class area accessible. I thought that was very good and friendly of the staff.

Pros

Friendly conductor

clean train

Punctuality and pleasant volume on the train

Comfortable seats and sufficient equipment

Cons

Catering facilities were missing

Everything had actually been fine on this journey. The train was on time and the volume in the passenger compartment was pleasant. The seats were comfortable and there were plenty of sockets to charge your mobile phone. There was also a stable internet connection. The conductor was friendly and the train, as well as the toilets, were very clean. The only thing missing here was a catering option.

Pros

Clean and hygienic toilets

Short journey time and no changes or delays

Friendly staff

Comfortable seats with the usual equipment

Cons

High utilisation and high volume

Cleanliness on the train

I was able to take the S-Bahn from Düsseldorf to Dortmund, which took me to my destination without having to change trains. As the train wasn't delayed, the journey time was very short. However, it was very noisy on the train as it was very busy. The cleanliness was also unacceptable. The toilets, on the other hand, were very clean and hygienic. The seats had also been comfortable and there were plenty of power sockets and a stable internet connection. The staff here had been very friendly and carried out a quick and uncomplicated ticket check. I found the announcements in particular quite amusing.

Pros

Price

Hygiene

Sockets

Cons

Comfort

After successfully changing trains in Düsseldorf, we travelled on to Dortmund Central Station, where the price was also really commendable. The hygiene here was also really great, the toilets and seats were all super clean and the sockets worked perfectly. Unfortunately, the seats were no longer the latest, but this was not too bad in the otherwise modern RE 1 (26825).

Pros

Equipment

Cons

Duration

Punctuality

The journey was supposed to be on an ICE train, but when it was first delayed and later cancelled, I ended up travelling on a much slower train, which was a bit annoying. However, the train was equipped with everything I could have wished for. In the end, quite okay.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Dortmund

Trains from Düsseldorf to Dortmund run on average 7 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.

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

35 miles (57 km)

Average train duration

52m

Cheapest ticket price

$5 (€4)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

47m

First train

05:37

Last train

22:37

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain and National Express from Düsseldorf to Dortmund trains

Find the best trains to Dortmund from Düsseldorf with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain and National Express from $6 (€5). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Düsseldorf to Dortmund train.

Train information from Düsseldorf to Dortmund with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 17 min
Cheapest Price: $21
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 22 a day

Flixtrain GmbH is a German railway company owned by Flixmobility. FlixTrain already connects many cities in Germany with its green trains. The trains run on 100 percent renewable energy. Onboard facilities: FlixTrain trains are equipped with air conditioning, toilets, USB and sockets and have plenty of legroom. You will find free WiFi on most trains and a range of food and drinks is available. There is a standard ticket that guarantees you a seat. You can take luggage with you free of charge, provided it can be stowed in the luggage racks. Find the current FlixTrain timetable for your train to Dortmund from Düsseldorf at Omio and easily book FlixTrain train tickets online.

Düsseldorf to Dortmund train information with FlixTrain:

Average Duration: 47 min
Cheapest Price: $6

National Express is the leading train company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 trains a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express trains are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most trains are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Düsseldorf - Dortmund train: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

National Express from Düsseldorf to Dortmund train information:

Average Duration: 52 min
Cheapest Price: $26
National Express frequency: 23 a day

Train tickets from Düsseldorf to Dortmund: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	6 €
2 weeks earlier	5 €	20%
3 weeks earlier	6 €	0%
1 month before	6 €	0%
2 months earlier	6 €	0%
3 months earlier	5 €	20%

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FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Dortmund

FAQs: Travel by train from Düsseldorf to Dortmund easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Düsseldorf to Dortmund.

Cheap train tickets from Düsseldorf to Dortmund can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Düsseldorf to Dortmund is $11 (€10); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Düsseldorf to Dortmund train time is 47 min covering the 35 mile (57 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Düsseldorf to Dortmund leaves at 12: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Düsseldorf to Dortmund leaves at 11: 57 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Düsseldorf to Dortmund without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain or National Express. There are 7 direct trains from Düsseldorf to Dortmund each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Düsseldorf to Dortmund, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain or National Express for the best way to get you to Dortmund. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Düsseldorf and Dortmund and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 57 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Düsseldorf Hbf, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Dortmund Hbf, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Dortmund from Düsseldorf is worth doing with a journey time of 47 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Düsseldorf to Dortmund is November.

You have options as you can travel between Düsseldorf and Dortmund 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Dortmund

Düsseldorf

Dortmund

The major train station for departures in Düsseldorf is Düsseldorf Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Düsseldorf Hbf for your trip from Düsseldorf to Dortmund.

Düsseldorf Hbf Wifi