How to travel from Dortmund to Liège

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Compare train and bus for Dortmund to Liège

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Liège among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, while a train costs an average of $58.

Distance: 102 miles (165 km)

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$58

Average price

$27

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Cheapest

$39

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3h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 46m

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30m

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5h 5m

Average total duration

4h 35m

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2h 30m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Liège is a bus with an average price of $27 (€22).

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Liège:

A bus is $32 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Liège costing on average $58 (€49).

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Liège is by train with an average journey time of 3h 16m.

Other travel options to Liège take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dortmund and Liège including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dortmund to Liège among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $58 (€49) compared to roughly $39 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$19 (-€16). The journey takes 2h 46m versus 2h 30m 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.

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from Dortmund to Liège

How to get from Dortmund to Liège by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Dortmund to Liège is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51122 · 50429
    7:00 AM6h55
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    1:55 PMLiege, Train Station Guillemins
    $151One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51122 · 50429
    7:00 AM6h55
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    1:55 PMLiege, Train Station Guillemins
    $151One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Eurostar9414
    5:11 AM2h35
    Dortmund Hbf
    7:46 AMLiège-Guillemins
    $721One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Eurostar9414+SNCB5477
    5:11 AM2h50
    Dortmund Hbf
    8:01 AMLiège-Jonfosse
    $781One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9414+SNCB5477
    5:11 AM2h53
    Dortmund Hbf
    8:04 AMLiège-Palais
    $781One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9426
    6:52 AM2h55
    Dortmund Hbf
    9:47 AMLiège-Guillemins
    $1261One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:25 AM5h40
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    10:05 AMLiège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins)
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:40 PM5h20
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    2:00 AMLiège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins)
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    8:10 PM5h50
    Dortmund Hbf
    2:00 AMLiège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins)
    $401One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Dortmund to Liège

Travel to Liège easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dortmund to Liège.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Dortmund and Liège including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Liège is a bus with an average price of $24 (€20).

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Liège:

A bus is $34 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Liège costing on average $58 (€49).

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Liège is by train with an average journey time of 3h 16m.

Other travel options to Liège take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 8m.

The distance from Dortmund to Liège is approximately 102 miles (165 km).
The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Liège is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Liège as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dortmund to Liège:
  • Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Liège-Guillemins.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dortmund to Liège, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Liège by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar to go to Liège by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Dortmund to Liège with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
Omio customers who travel from Dortmund to Liège often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Maastricht, Cologne, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Liège and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Liège to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Liège, you can explore the vibrant La Batte Market, enjoy a scenic walk along the Meuse River, and visit the Aquarium-Museum featuring aquatic life and natural history exhibits. Discover the Coteaux de la Citadelle for hiking and historical sites, and savor local cuisine at a traditional Liègeois restaurant with dishes like boulets à la Liégeoise. Don't miss La Boverie art museum, the panoramic views from Montagne de Bueren, the architectural marvel of Liège-Guillemins Railway Station, St. Paul's Cathedral with its stunning windows, and the Curtius Museum's regional archaeology exhibits.
To fully explore Liège's key attractions, indulge in its culinary offerings, and enjoy its vibrant cultural scene, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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