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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
€4
Average price
€4
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamm to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamm to Dortmund will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 3 trains that leave Hamm for Dortmund on Sat, Aug 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 17 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.
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FlixTrainOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamm to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Bus takes on average 23m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (18m by train vs 47m by car). Tickets start at around €9 compared to roughly €6 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurobahn.
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 Hamm to Dortmund trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:08 PM Hamm | 0h16 | 6:24 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:08 PM Hamm | 0h16 | 7:24 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
FlixTrain | 12:08 PM Hamm (Westf) Hbf | 0h16 | 12:24 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 4:08 PM Hamm (Westf) Hbf | 0h17 | 4:25 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hamm to Dortmund run on average 3 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 16m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 12:18 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
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Best time to book 28 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.
Dortmund'S Main Art Museum Shows Modern And Contemporary Works, Including Important Graphics And Painting Collections.
Dortmund'S Central Square Hosts The Old Town'S Main Events And Christmas Market Around Historic Civic Buildings.
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.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving Dortmund beer and hearty regional dishes in a lively, historic atmosphere near the city center.
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 Hamm 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 Hamm to Dortmund trains use the Hamm(Westf) to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Use this guide to compare Hamm and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamm(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: Heinrich, Domino's, Isenbeck Deele, Asia Bistro Lotus Hamm
Wi-Fi is available at Hamm(Westf). ATMs are available at Hamm(Westf).
Ticket office support is available at Hamm(Westf). Information desks are available at Hamm(Westf).
Luggage storage is available at Hamm(Westf). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamm(Westf): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamm(Westf): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamm(Westf).
Nearby hotels include Mercure.
Bockum-Hövel is 4 km from Hamm city centre. Public transport options include:
Bockum-Hövel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Bockum-Hövel. ATMs are available at Bockum-Hövel.
Ticket office support is available at Bockum-Hövel. Information desks are available at Bockum-Hövel.
Luggage storage is available at Bockum-Hövel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bockum-Hövel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bockum-Hövel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bockum-Hövel.
Heessen is 3 km from Hamm city centre. Public transport options include:
Heessen 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: Brasserie Gelateria Di Vinti, Pizzeria Da Romeo, El Greco, Gaststätte Am Kappenbusch
Wi-Fi is available at Heessen. ATMs are available at Heessen.
Ticket office support is available at Heessen. Information desks are available at Heessen.
Luggage storage is available at Heessen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heessen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heessen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heessen.
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 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.
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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