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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
$27
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolfsburg to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wolfsburg to Dortmund will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wolfsburg for Dortmund on Mon, Jul 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 27 the direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
On Mon, Jul 27 the slowest trains will take 2 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolfsburg to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg 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 Wolfsburg to Dortmund:
A bus is $31 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wolfsburg to Dortmund costing on average $56 (€56).
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 57m.
You'll arrive about 55m sooner (2h 25m by train vs 3h 20m by car). Tickets start at around $56 (€56) compared to roughly $43 (€43) 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).
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 Wolfsburg to Dortmund trains for today, Sunday, July 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 548 | Delayed 11:56 AM 1:53 PMWolfsburg Hbf | 2h20 | 3:16 PM 3:16 PMDortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 848 | Delayed 1:02 PM 2:53 PMWolfsburg Hbf | 2h17 | 4:08 PM 4:08 PMDortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 546 | Delayed 3:53 PM Wolfsburg Hbf | 2h19 | 5:12 PM 5:12 PMDortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 846 | Delayed 3:07 PM 4:53 PMWolfsburg Hbf | 2h17 | 5:22 PM 5:22 PMDortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, July 27 | |||||
![]() | 7:53 AM Wolfsburg | 2h17 | 10:10 AM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Wolfsburg to Dortmund run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€27) but you can travel from only $15 (€15) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€27) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 10:32 PM |
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Refined modern tasting menus in an elegant setting. One of Dortmund’s best-known fine dining addresses with polished service.
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Dortmund Hbf -> Dortmund City Center
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolfsburg 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 Wolfsburg to Dortmund trains use the Wolfsburg Hbf to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Use this guide to compare Wolfsburg and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wolfsburg 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: Lagune Foodhalls, Chardonnay, Bar BQ, Cafe & Bar Celona
Wi-Fi is available at Wolfsburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Wolfsburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Wolfsburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Wolfsburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Wolfsburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wolfsburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wolfsburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wolfsburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Goldene Henne, Internationales Boardinghaus(Penthouse Hotel), Hotel Niedersachsen, City Hotel Journal.
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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