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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
€125
Average price
€125
Fastest journey
8 h 44 m
Average duration
13 h 37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greifswald to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Greifswald to Dortmund will cost around €125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €125.
It's difficult to get from Greifswald to Dortmund without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greifswald to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €48.
Distance: 304 miles (490 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€115 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 50m Average total duration Fastest 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 0m Average total duration 16h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg 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 Greifswald to Dortmund:
A bus is €57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greifswald to Dortmund costing on average €115.
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 30m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (6h 20m by train vs 6h 26m by car). Tickets start at around €115 compared to roughly €89 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Greifswald to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:30 AM Greifswald | 8h44 | 5:14 PM Dortmund | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Greifswald to Dortmund run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €40 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 304 miles (490 km) distance in 6h 18m.
Distance 304 miles (490 km) |
Average train duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Dortmund — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dortmund trip today.
A Major Art And Culture Center In A Former Brewery Tower With Exhibitions, Media Art, And Panoramic City Views.
One Of Europe'S Leading Football Museums, Presenting German Football History Through Trophies, Media, And Interactive Displays.
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A Large Urban Lake Area With Promenades, Cafes Nearby, And Great Walks Popular With Locals And Visitors.
One Of Germany'S Largest Botanical Parks, Featuring Themed Gardens, Woodland Paths, And A Relaxed Green Escape.
A top-fermented pale lager long brewed in Dortmund. It is a defining local beer style tied to the city’s industrial and brewing heritage.
A hearty potato soup common in Westphalia, often enriched with vegetables and sausage. It is classic comfort food in the Ruhr area.
A traditional rye bread from Westphalia, dense, dark and slightly sweet. It is a regional staple often served with ham, cheese or smoked fish.
Refined modern tasting menus in an elegant setting. One of Dortmund’s best-known fine dining addresses with polished service.
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Well-established steakhouse known for quality beef, classic sides and dependable service in a smart but relaxed setting.
Moderate for Germany; hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and local transit is fairly priced for city travel.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is standard. Round taxi fares up; leave small change at cafes.
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Dortmund Hbf -> Dortmund City Center
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greifswald 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 Greifswald to Dortmund trains use the Greifswald to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Use this guide to compare Greifswald and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Greifswald is 1 km from Greifswald city centre. Public transport options include:
Greifswald 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: Alter Speicher, Stadtbäckerei Junge, Caféhaus Marimar, Fritz Braugasthaus
Wi-Fi is available at Greifswald. ATMs are available at Greifswald.
Ticket office support is available at Greifswald. Information desks are available at Greifswald.
Luggage storage is available at Greifswald. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Greifswald: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Greifswald: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Greifswald.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Adler, Alter Speicher, Hotel am Dom, Kronprinz.
Greifswald Süd is 1 km from Greifswald city centre. Public transport options include:
Greifswald Süd 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: Hanse Haus, Can Grill, Küche Am Gorzberg, DIE SPEISEWERFT.
Wi-Fi is available at Greifswald Süd. ATMs are available at Greifswald Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Greifswald Süd. Information desks are available at Greifswald Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Greifswald Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Greifswald Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Greifswald Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Greifswald Süd.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Hotel.
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.
Dortmund Möllerbrücke is 1 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Möllerbrücke 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, Kleimann, Linus, Teheran
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. ATMs are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Information desks are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Ringhotel Drees, Cityhotel Dortmund, Hotel Fürst garden, Hotel Unique Novum.
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