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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
$62
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Dortmund will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 25 trains that leave Kassel for Dortmund on Sun, Jun 21, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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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26722Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel 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 2h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Kassel to Dortmund:
A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Dortmund costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 17m.
Tickets start at around $49 (€40) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-18.01 (€-14.74). The journey takes 2h 17m versus 2h 9m 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 Kassel to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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26710 | 8:03 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h10 | 10:13 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 776 · ICE 944 | On time 8:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h57 | 11:10 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 686 · IC 2044 | On time 8:36 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h56 | 11:32 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 76 · ICE 642 | On time 9:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h59 | 12:12 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26714 | 10:03 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h10 | 12:13 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 774 · ICE 942 | On time 10:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h57 | 1:10 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26716 | 11:03 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h10 | 1:13 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 8 · ICE 640 | On time 11:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h59 | 2:12 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26718 | 12:01 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h12 | 2:13 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 772 · ICE 940 | On time 12:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h57 | 3:10 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26720 | 1:03 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h10 | 3:13 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 74 · ICE 548 | On time 1:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h59 | 4:12 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26722 | 2:03 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h10 | 4:13 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 770 · ICE 848 | On time 2:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h57 | 5:10 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 680 · IC 2440 | On time 2:36 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h56 | 5:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 6 · ICE 546 | On time 3:14 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h58 | 6:12 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26726 | 4:03 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h10 | 6:13 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 578 · ICE 846 | On time 4:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h57 | 7:10 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26728 | 5:03 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h10 | 7:13 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26730 | 6:03 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h10 | 8:13 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1284 · ICE 844 | On time 6:24 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h46 | 9:10 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26732 | 7:03 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h10 | 9:13 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 4 · ICE 542 | On time 7:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h59 | 10:12 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26734 · 90350 | 8:03 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h53 | 10:56 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 574 · ICE 842 | On time 8:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h57 | 11:10 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Kassel to Dortmund run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:24 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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