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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Dortmund
Showing times and prices for Feb 03
Cheapest price
$103
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
4 h 36 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
266 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Dortmund will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Ghent to Dortmund without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 10811:41AM4h40
Ghent St Pieters04:21PMDortmund Hbf
$1031One-way
2 transfers
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 1032 · ICE 101009:41AM4h36
Ghent St Pieters02:17PMDortmund Hbf
$1171One-way
3 transfers
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 20009:41AM4h40
Ghent St Pieters02:21PMDortmund Hbf
$1171One-way
2 transfers
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 1032 · ICE 101009:41AM4h36
Ghent St Pieters02:17PMDortmund Hbf
$1171One-way
3 transfers
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 10811:41AM4h40
Ghent St Pieters04:21PMDortmund Hbf
$1031One-way
2 transfers
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 20009:41AM4h40
Ghent St Pieters02:21PMDortmund Hbf
$1171One-way
2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ghent to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €58.
Distance: 165 miles (266 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€93 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ghent to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:58 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 1032 · ICE 1010 | Delayed 8:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 4h36 | 1:28 PM 1:28 PMDortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 200 | On time 8:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 4h40 | 1:21 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 108 | On time 10:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 4h40 | 3:21 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Dortmund
Belgium
Germany
Trains from Ghent to Dortmund run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€58) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 165 miles (266 km) distance in 3h 50m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $16 (€13)
Distance 165 miles (266 km) |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€58) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 23:48 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $16 (€13)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, SNCB from Ghent to Dortmund trainsDeutsche Bahn, Eurostar, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Dortmund from $16 (€13). 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
4h 4m
Cheapest Price
$73 (€58)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 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
Eurostar
About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
$88 (€70)
Eurostar frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone
SNCB
About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 57m
Cheapest Price
$149 (€118)
SNCB frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Trains from Ghent to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent 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.
Train ticket prices from Ghent to Dortmund can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $73 (€58), while the average price is around $117 (€93).
The train from Ghent to Dortmund takes 3h 50m and runs 6 per day.
The distance by train from Ghent to Dortmund is 165 miles (266 km).
The first train from Ghent to Dortmund leaves at 12:40 AM.
The last train from Ghent to Dortmund leaves at 11:48 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Ghent to Dortmund.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Ghent to Dortmund.
The train station in Ghent that goes to Dortmund is Ghent St Pieters, which connects to Dortmund Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Dortmund is by bus, with a cost of around $16 (€13).
The train journey from Ghent to Dortmund offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of picturesque Belgian and German countryside, charming villages, and occasional glimpses of industrial areas, providing a moderately scenic experience.
A day trip from Ghent to Dortmund is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 50m. However, there are 6 trains per day connecting the two cities.
In Dortmund, you can explore the vibrant Kreuzviertel district for trendy cafes and boutiques, attend concerts at the Westfalenhallen, and discover industrial heritage at the Zollern Colliery museum. Enjoy a stroll along Phoenix See or visit the Botanischer Garten Rombergpark for its serene landscapes. Key sights include Westfalenpark with its iconic Florianturm, the cultural Dortmund U-Tower, Signal Iduna Park, the Dortmund Zoo, and the German Football Museum.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Dortmund's key attractions, such as the Zollern Colliery, Dortmund U-Tower, and Westfalenpark, while also enjoying local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.
Yes, you can take the train from Ghent to Dortmund.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Dortmund
Ghent
Dortmund
The major train station for departures in Ghent is Gent St Pieters. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gent St Pieters for your trip from Ghent to Dortmund.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
12Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Koningin Maria Hendrikaplein.
Dining
- De Graslei
- Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €0.50
Hotel
- NH Gent Sint Pieters
- Hotel Carlton
- Astoria Hotel Gent
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
Public transit options for Gent St Pieters
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmNumber of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Kasteellaan.
Dining
- De Graslei
- Amadeus Ghent 1
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €0.50
Hotel
- Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort
- Hotel Cathedral
- Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Antwerp, Brussels, and local destinations
Public transit options for Gent-Dampoort
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
The major train station for arrivals in Dortmund is Dortmund Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dortmund Hbf for your journey to Dortmund from Ghent.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation 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 Möllerbrücke
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Subway
- Kleimann
- Linus
- Teheran
Hotel
- Ringhotel Drees
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Hotel Fürst garden
- Hotel Unique Novum
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
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