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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
$35
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Magdeburg to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Magdeburg to Dortmund will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 12 trains that leave Magdeburg for Dortmund on Mon, Jun 22, 4 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 294 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.
FlixBus+
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IC 2044
IC 2042
IC 2046
IC 2044 · ICE 944
IC 2046 · ICE 942
IC 2044 · ICE 944
IC 2042 · ICE 946
IC 2046
ICE 1540Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Magdeburg to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 182 miles (294 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$62 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg 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 Magdeburg to Dortmund:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Magdeburg to Dortmund costing on average $62 (€51).
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 32m.
The journey is about 43m faster (3h 18m by train vs 4h 1m by car) and roughly $2 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($62 (€51) vs $64 (€53)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Magdeburg to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80340 · ICE 646 | On time 4:17 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 3h54 | 8:11 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2042 | On time 6:02 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 3h30 | 9:32 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2042 · ICE 946 | On time 6:02 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 3h08 | 9:10 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
80346 · ICE 644 | On time 6:30 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 3h42 | 10:12 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16404 · ICE 1548+ 95756 | 6:33 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h15 | 10:48 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2044 | On time 8:03 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 3h29 | 11:32 AM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2044 · ICE 944 | On time 8:03 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 3h07 | 11:10 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 9:40 AM Magdeburg, ZOB | 6h45 | 4:25 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2046 | On time 10:05 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 3h27 | 1:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2046 · ICE 942 | On time 10:05 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 3h05 | 1:10 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16412 · ICE 1546+ 95764 | 10:33 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h15 | 2:48 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Magdeburg to Dortmund run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:31 PM |
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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.
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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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