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Dortmunder U
A Former Brewery Tower Turned Center For Contemporary Art And Culture, Known For Exhibitions, Events, And Its Rooftop City Views.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gronau to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gronau to Dortmund will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 3 trains that leave Gronau for Dortmund on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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 Gronau to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 51 miles (83 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$51 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gronau to Dortmund:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gronau to Dortmund costing on average $51 (€42).
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 29m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€42) compared to roughly $18 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-33.75 (€-27.62). The journey takes 1h 29m versus 1h 23m 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 Gronau to Dortmund trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:45 AM Gronau | 1h47 | 8:32 AM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Gronau to Dortmund run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 51 miles (83 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 51 miles (83 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Dortmund — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dortmund trip today.
A Former Brewery Tower Turned Center For Contemporary Art And Culture, Known For Exhibitions, Events, And Its Rooftop City Views.
An Interactive National Museum Dedicated To German Football History, Trophies, Media Installations, And Family-Friendly Exhibits Near The Main Station.
The City’S Major Modern And Contemporary Art Museum, Featuring Expressionism, Fluxus, And Rotating Exhibitions Inside Dortmunder U.
A Large Urban Park Famous For Gardens, Seasonal Events, Open Space, And Social-Media-Friendly Views Around Florian Tower.
A Popular Lakeside Redevelopment Area With Walking Paths, Modern Architecture, And Sunset Views, Especially Trendy With Locals And Visitors.
The Historic Old Market Square In Central Dortmund, A Classic Meeting Point Surrounded By Important City-Center Buildings.
A traditional Westphalian beef stew seasoned generously with pepper, slowly cooked until tender. It is one of Dortmund’s best-known regional specialties.
Air-dried and lightly smoked Westphalian ham, prized across the region for its deep flavor. It is often served with dark bread and pickles.
A Dortmund bakery classic: a small savory roll topped with salt and caraway, traditionally eaten with Mett, butter, or cheese.
An established seafood-focused restaurant with a polished setting and strong reputation for quality ingredients and refined preparation.
A well-known central steakhouse with a classic atmosphere, strong service, and substantial meat-focused dishes. Good for a more upscale meal.
A long-established brewery restaurant near the market square, known for hearty regional food and Dortmund beer in a lively traditional setting.
Moderate by German standards: public transport and casual food are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more during trade fairs and football weekends.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or leave about 5-10% for good service. Round up in taxis. Small tips are appreciated in bars; no tip is expected for counter service.
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Dortmund Hbf, Dortmund -> Dortmund City Center, Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gronau 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 Gronau to Dortmund trains use the Gronau (Westf) to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund-Wickede. Use this guide to compare Gronau and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gronau (Westf) 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: Roth, Papa Fresco, Etna, Europa
Wi-Fi is available at Gronau (Westf). ATMs are available at Gronau (Westf).
Ticket office support is available at Gronau (Westf). Information desks are available at Gronau (Westf).
Luggage storage is available at Gronau (Westf). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gronau (Westf): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gronau (Westf): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gronau (Westf).
Nearby hotels include Fritz, Carpe Diem.
Epe(Westf) is 3 km from Gronau city centre. Public transport options include:
Epe(Westf) 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: Hotel Verst, Barth, Schepers, Burchert's Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Epe(Westf). ATMs are available at Epe(Westf).
Ticket office support is available at Epe(Westf). Information desks are available at Epe(Westf).
Luggage storage is available at Epe(Westf). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Epe(Westf): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Epe(Westf): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Epe(Westf).
Nearby hotels include Schepers.
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-Wickede is 11 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Wickede 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: Stations-Grill, My Döner & Pan Pizza, Mein Café in der Alten Backstube, Dö-Pi
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Wickede. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Wickede. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Wickede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Wickede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Wickede: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Dortmund-Germania is 7 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Germania 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: Óla Kalá, Imbiss Futterluke, Pizzeria Puzzle, Side Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Germania. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Germania.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Germania. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Germania.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Germania. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Germania: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Germania: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Germania.
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