Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
€15
Average ticket price on Nov 04
€36
Fastest journey on Nov 04
1 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
1 h 39 m
Trains on Nov 04
27
Distance
183 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.

Fast trains

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 27 trains from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf, including 19 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 183 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1540
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn89996 · ICE 921+WestfalenBahn95838
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2044
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2040
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf

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Trains from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.

There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:46, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (183 km) distance in 1h 34m.

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.
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Journey facts

  • Distance113 miles (183 km)
  • Average train duration1h 54m
  • Cheapest ticket price€6
  • Trains per day14
  • Direct trains12
  • Fastest train1h 34m
  • First train12:46 AM
  • Last train8:40 PM
  • Cheapest MonthSep
  • Cheapest DayTue
  • High SeasonJan - Mar
  • Low SeasonJul - Sep
  • Busiest DayTue
  • Least Busy DayThu
  • Best time to book21 days

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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.
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Frequently asked questions about your Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf.

Train ticket prices from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €6, while the average price is around €33.
The train from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf takes 1h 34m and runs 14 per day.
The first train from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf leaves at 12:46 AM.
The distance by train from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf is 113 miles (183 km).
The last train from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf leaves at 8:40 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf. This service operates 12 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.

Live departures

Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 2040
On time
5:39 AM Hanover Hbf
1h53
7:32 AM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 646
On time
6:21 AM Hanover Hbf
1h50
8:11 AM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 656 · 89712
On time
6:40 AM Hanover Hbf
2h25
9:05 AM Dortmund Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 656 · 89968 · 89874
On time
6:40 AM Hanover Hbf
2h18
8:58 AM Dortmund Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 946
On time
7:31 AM Hanover Hbf
1h39
9:10 AM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2042
On time
7:40 AM Hanover Hbf
1h52
9:32 AM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 644
On time
8:31 AM Hanover Hbf
1h41
10:12 AM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 654 · 89716
On time
8:40 AM Hanover Hbf
2h25
11:05 AM Dortmund Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 944
On time
9:31 AM Hanover Hbf
1h39
11:10 AM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2044
On time
9:40 AM Hanover Hbf
1h52
11:32 AM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 642
On time
10:31 AM Hanover Hbf
1h42
12:13 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 652 · 89720
On time
10:40 AM Hanover Hbf
2h25
1:05 PM Dortmund Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 942
On time
11:31 AM Hanover Hbf
1h39
1:10 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2046
On time
11:40 AM Hanover Hbf
1h52
1:32 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 640
On time
12:31 PM Hanover Hbf
1h41
2:12 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 650 · 89724
On time
12:42 PM Hanover Hbf
2h23
3:05 PM Dortmund Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 940
On time
1:31 PM Hanover Hbf
1h39
3:10 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2048
On time
1:40 PM Hanover Hbf
1h52
3:32 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
FlixTrainFlixTrain2:23 PM Hanover Hbf
2h01
4:24 PM Dortmund Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 548
On time
2:31 PM Hanover Hbf
1h42
4:13 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 558 · 89728
On time
2:42 PM Hanover Hbf
2h23
5:05 PM Dortmund Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 848
On time
3:31 PM Hanover Hbf
1h39
5:10 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2440
On time
3:40 PM Hanover Hbf
1h52
5:32 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 546
On time
4:31 PM Hanover Hbf
1h41
6:12 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 556 · 89732
On time
4:40 PM Hanover Hbf
2h25
7:05 PM Dortmund Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 846
On time
5:31 PM Hanover Hbf
1h39
7:10 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2442
On time
5:40 PM Hanover Hbf
1h52
7:32 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 544
On time
6:31 PM Hanover Hbf
1h42
8:13 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 554 · 89736
On time
6:40 PM Hanover Hbf
2h25
9:05 PM Dortmund Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 844
On time
7:31 PM Hanover Hbf
1h39
9:10 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2444
On time
7:40 PM Hanover Hbf
1h52
9:32 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 542
On time
8:31 PM Hanover Hbf
1h41
10:12 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 552 · 89740
On time
8:40 PM Hanover Hbf
2h25
11:05 PM Dortmund Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 842
On time
9:31 PM Hanover Hbf
1h40
11:11 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2446
On time
9:40 PM Hanover Hbf
1h52
11:32 PM Dortmund Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1572 · ICE 921
On time
9:45 PM Hanover Hbf
3h58
1:43 AM Dortmund Hbf		1 transfer
WestfalenBahn95838+Deutsche Bahn89996 · ICE 921
On time
10:09 PM Hanover Hbf
3h34
1:43 AM Dortmund Hbf		2 transfers

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Train companies

Train companies from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf

Trains from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, and WestfalenBahn. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn and WestfalenBahn. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.

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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€7
Deutsche Bahn frequency
12 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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixTrain Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest FlixTrain Price
€6
FlixTrain frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

WestfalenBahn

About
WestfalenBahn is a train company offering regional trains in Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia in Northern Germany. Founded in 2005, it has been owned by Abellio Deutschland since 2017. WestfahlenBahn covers the RE15, RE60 and RE70 regional train routes serving cities like Emden, Braunschweig, Hanover, Münster and Bielefeld.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average WestfalenBahn Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest WestfalenBahn Price
€19
WestfalenBahn frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Learn more about WestfalenBahn

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Hanover Hbf and Dortmund Hbf

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a night train from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.

FAQs: Trains from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, you can take the train from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf

Most Hanover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf trains use the Hannover Hbf to Dortmund Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Hanover Hbf and Dortmund Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Hanover
Arrival train stations in Dortmund
Hannover HbfErnst-August-Platz 1, 30159, Hannover, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hannover Hbf from Hanover city centre

Bus120 · 10m · every ~10 min
170, 700, 500, 300 · 12m · every ~35 min

Hannover Hbf train station facilities and services

Hannover 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 and drink

Food options include: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.

More about Hannover Hbf

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