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A Major Art And Culture Center In A Former Brewery Tower With Exhibitions, Media Art, And Panoramic City Views.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zwolle to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zwolle to Dortmund will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
It's difficult to get from Zwolle to Dortmund without transferring at least 2 times.
RE RS23 · 20237 · 14981 · ICE 513
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Trains from Zwolle to Dortmund run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 2h 22m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Zwolle to Dortmund.
The table below shows live departures for Zwolle to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 3625 · ICE 225 · 31254 | 8:20 AM Zwolle station | 3h06 | 11:26 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 17923 · 20207 · ICE 107 | On time 8:42 AM Zwolle station | 2h50 | 11:32 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20261 | 8:52 AM Zwolle station | 3h14 | 12:06 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 17927 · 20209 · ICE 519 | On time 9:42 AM Zwolle station | 2h50 | 12:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20263 | 9:52 AM Zwolle station | 3h14 | 1:06 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3633 · ICE 123 · 31258 | 10:20 AM Zwolle station | 3h06 | 1:26 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 17931 · 20211 · ICE 109 | On time 10:42 AM Zwolle station | 2h50 | 1:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20265 | 10:52 AM Zwolle station | 3h14 | 2:06 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 17935 · 20213 · ICE 611 | 11:42 AM Zwolle station | 2h50 | 2:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20267 | 11:52 AM Zwolle station | 3h14 | 3:06 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3641 · ICE 125 · 31262 | 12:20 PM Zwolle station | 3h06 | 3:26 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 17939 · 20215 · ICE 201 | 12:42 PM Zwolle station | 2h50 | 3:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20269 | 12:52 PM Zwolle station | 3h14 | 4:06 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 17943 · 20217 · ICE 613 | On time 1:42 PM Zwolle station | 2h50 | 4:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20271 | 1:52 PM Zwolle station | 3h14 | 5:06 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3649 · ICE 127 · 31266 | 2:20 PM Zwolle station | 3h06 | 5:26 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 17947 · 20219 · ICE 203 | On time 2:42 PM Zwolle station | 2h50 | 5:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20273 | 2:52 PM Zwolle station | 3h14 | 6:06 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 17951 · 20221 · ICE 615 | On time 3:42 PM Zwolle station | 2h50 | 6:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20275 | 3:52 PM Zwolle station | 3h14 | 7:06 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3657 · ICE 129 · ICE 216 | 4:20 PM Zwolle station | 2h59 | 7:19 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 17955 · 20223 · ICE 205 | On time 4:42 PM Zwolle station | 2h50 | 7:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20277 | 4:52 PM Zwolle station | 3h14 | 8:06 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 17959 · 20225 · ICE 617 | On time 5:42 PM Zwolle station | 2h50 | 8:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20279 | 5:52 PM Zwolle station | 3h14 | 9:06 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3665 · ICE 221 · 31274 | 6:20 PM Zwolle station | 3h07 | 9:27 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 17963 · 20227 · ICE 207 | On time 6:42 PM Zwolle station | 2h50 | 9:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20281 · 10168 · 31276 | 6:52 PM Zwolle station | 3h41 | 10:33 PM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3669 · 89899+ 20039 | 7:20 PM Zwolle station | 3h39 | 10:59 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 17967 · 20229 · 90041 · 89740 | 7:42 PM Zwolle station | 3h23 | 11:05 PM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 17967 · 20385 · IC 2446 | On time 7:42 PM Zwolle station | 3h50 | 11:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20283 · 10236 · S2 | 7:52 PM Zwolle station | 3h51 | 11:43 PM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3673 · 89901+ 20041 | 8:20 PM Zwolle station | 3h38 | 11:58 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20231 · 90043 · 89742 | 8:22 PM Zwolle station | 3h43 | 12:05 AM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3677 · 89903+ 20043 | 9:20 PM Zwolle station | 3h38 | 12:58 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20389 · ICE 921 | 9:22 PM Zwolle station | 4h21 | 1:43 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20233 · 10180 · 31240 | 9:22 PM Zwolle station | 4h07 | 1:29 AM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20237 · 14981 · ICE 513 | On time 11:22 PM Zwolle station | 7h10 | 6:32 AM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20237 · 14611 | 11:22 PM Zwolle station | 7h44 | 7:06 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20355 · 52307 · ICE 103 | On time 11:52 PM Zwolle station | 7h40 | 7:32 AM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE RS23 · 20251 | 11:52 PM Zwolle station | 8h14 | 8:06 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Zwolle to Dortmund with Deutsche Bahn and VIAS Rail GmbH. 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 VIAS Rail GmbH. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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 Zwolle 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 Zwolle to Dortmund trains use the Zwolle to Dortmund Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Zwolle and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zwolle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: De Librije, Restaurant Poppe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zwolle. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zwolle. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zwolle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zwolle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zwolle: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Ter Borch, Hotel Lumen Zwolle, Bilderberg Grand Hotel Wientjes.
Zwolle Stadshagen is 3 km from Zwolle city centre. Public transport options include:
Zwolle Stadshagen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Zwolle Stadshagen.
Ticket office support is available at Zwolle Stadshagen.
Available at Zwolle Stadshagen: Parking.
Available at Zwolle Stadshagen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zwolle Stadshagen.
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.
Check train stations information for Zwolle and Dortmund, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.