How to travel from Dortmund to Lübeck

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dortmund to Lübeck

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from Kč756. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. 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 train costs an average of Kč756, and a train costs an average of Kč756.

Distance: 211 miles (340 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Lübeck is a bus with an average price of Kč1034.

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

A bus is Kč704 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Lübeck costing on average Kč1737.

A bus is Kč2776 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Lübeck costing on average Kč3810.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Lübeck is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Lübeck take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 41m.

Bus takes on average 9h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dortmund and Lübeck including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dortmund to Lübeck among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Dortmund to Lübeck

Travel to Lübeck 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 Lübeck.

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There are 3 options to travel between Dortmund and Lübeck including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Lübeck is a bus with an average price of Kč1034.

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

A bus is Kč704 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Lübeck costing on average Kč1737.

A bus is Kč2776 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Lübeck costing on average Kč3810.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Lübeck is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Lübeck take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 41m.

Bus takes on average 9h 48m.

The distance from Dortmund to Lübeck is approximately 211 miles (340 km).
The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Lübeck is:
  • Around 10 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dortmund to Lübeck:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Lübeck Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Lübeck, Wallstraße (Holstentor).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dortmund to Lübeck, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Lübeck by train.
Omio customers who travel from Dortmund to Lübeck often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Hamburg, Berlin, Malmö, Szczecin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lübeck and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lübeck to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lübeck, you can explore the iconic Holstentor Museum to learn about the city's medieval history, visit the stunning St. Mary's Church with its astronomical clock, and wander through the charming streets of Lübeck's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the history of the Hanseatic League at the European Hansemuseum and indulge in the famous marzipan at the Niederegger Marzipan Museum. Don't miss the Lübeck Cathedral and the Buddenbrookhaus, a museum dedicated to Thomas Mann's novel "Buddenbrooks".
To fully enjoy Lübeck's medieval architecture, historical sites, and cultural experiences, 2 to 3 days are recommended.

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