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A Major Art And Culture Center In A Former Brewery Tower With Exhibitions, Media Art, And Panoramic City Views.
Cheapest price on Sep 08
$63
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$63
Fastest journey on Sep 08
4 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
4 h 5 m
Trains on Sep 08
1
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eisenach to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eisenach to Dortmund will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 1 trains from Eisenach to Dortmund, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct trains cover the 207 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eisenach to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $60.
Distance: 128 miles (207 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$60 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Eisenach to Dortmund:
A bus is $39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Eisenach to Dortmund costing on average $60.
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 45m.
Tickets start at around $60 compared to roughly $47 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-13.17. The journey takes 3h 31m versus 3h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Eisenach to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:14 AM Eisenach | 4h05 | 1:19 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Eisenach to Dortmund run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 but you can travel from only $21 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (207 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 128 miles (207 km) |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Dortmund Hbf -> Dortmund City Center
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eisenach 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 Eisenach to Dortmund trains use the Eisenach to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund Stadthaus. Use this guide to compare Eisenach and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Eisenach is 1 km from Eisenach city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Eisenach 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: Bei GIOVANNI, Steakhaus Zum Ritter, Kartoffelhaus, Cafe Toccata
Wi-Fi is available at Eisenach. ATMs are available at Eisenach.
Ticket office support is available at Eisenach. Information desks are available at Eisenach.
Luggage storage is available at Eisenach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eisenach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eisenach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eisenach.
Nearby hotels include LOGOTEL, Vienna House Thüringer Hof, Hotel am Markt, Pension Michelangelo.
Eisenach West 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: Augustiner Bräu Spezialausschank, Storchenturm - Gasthof, Gino's Pizza Taxi, Rialto Pizza, Eisenacher Hof
Wi-Fi is available at Eisenach West. ATMs are available at Eisenach West.
Ticket office support is available at Eisenach West. Information desks are available at Eisenach West.
Luggage storage is available at Eisenach West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eisenach West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eisenach West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eisenach West.
Nearby hotels include Lutherhotel Eisenacher Hof, Pension Katharinenschule, Hotel Klostergarten.
Eisenach Opelwerke Hp is 2 km from Eisenach city centre. Public transport options include:
Eisenach Opelwerke Hp 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: Wiesengrund, Hörselgrund
Wi-Fi is available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp. ATMs are available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp.
Ticket office support is available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp. Information desks are available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp.
Luggage storage is available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp.
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 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.
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