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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Dortmund will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 16 trains from Nuremberg to Dortmund, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 343 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 37 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 4 h 46 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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Trains from Nuremberg to Dortmund run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 213 miles (343 km) distance in 4h 8m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nuremberg to Dortmund.
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Dortmund trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 904 · 74603 · 16304 · ICE 644 | Delayed 12:24 AM 1:24 AMNuremberg Hbf | 8h48 | 9:32 AM 9:32 AMDortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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ICE 728 · 17414 · 26415 | On time 8:01 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h49 | 12:50 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 728 · 89719 | On time 8:01 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h52 | 12:53 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 684 · 26716 | On time 8:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h46 | 1:17 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 726 · ICE 549 | On time 9:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h41 | 1:41 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 926 · ICE 200 | On time 9:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h50 | 2:21 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 926 | On time 9:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 5h50 | 3:21 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 926 · ICE 882 · 26718 | On time 9:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h48 | 2:19 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 724 · 17418 · 26419 | On time 10:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h50 | 2:50 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 724 · 89723 | On time 10:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h53 | 2:53 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 682 · 26720 | On time 10:30 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h47 | 3:17 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 722 · 26723 | On time 11:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h37 | 3:37 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 228 · ICE 880 · 26722 | On time 11:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h47 | 4:19 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 228 | On time 11:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 5h49 | 5:21 PM Dortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 228 · ICE 108 | On time 11:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h49 | 4:21 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 720 · 26725 | On time 12:00 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h37 | 4:37 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 680 · ICE 1744 | On time 12:31 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h43 | 5:14 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Dortmund trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund-Sölde. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg 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: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminal90, Mövenpick Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport, Hotel Alpha, Hotel Marienbad.
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-Sölde is 8 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Sölde 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: Pizzeria La Stella, Grill-House, Pizzeria Sorriso, Sölder Hof
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Sölde. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Sölde.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Sölde. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Sölde.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Sölde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Sölde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Sölde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Sölde.
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park 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: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Check train stations information for Nuremberg and Dortmund, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.