How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?

The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Dortmund start at $12. The average price for this train route is around $32. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?

The average train trip from Düsseldorf to Dortmund takes 52m and covers 57 km. The quickest train gets you there in 43m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Dortmund route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?

The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Dortmund departs at 6:04am. The latest train departs at 7:40pm.

What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Düsseldorf to Dortmund from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Dortmund on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:38am	Hbf	51m	9:29am	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:38pm	Hbf	51m	5:29pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Dortmund on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:38am	Hbf	51m	9:29am	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:38pm	Hbf	51m	5:29pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Dortmund on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:38am	Hbf	51m	9:29am	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Dortmund on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:38am	Hbf	51m	9:29am	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Dortmund on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:38pm	Hbf	51m	5:29pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	Train	8:38am	Hbf	51m	9:29am	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Fastest

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Dortmund on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:37am	Hbf	49m	7:26am	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Train	10:37am	Hbf	52m	11:29am	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Train	4:38pm	Hbf	51m	5:29pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Dortmund on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:37am	Hbf	49m	7:26am	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Train	10:37am	Hbf	52m	11:29am	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Train	4:38pm	Hbf	51m	5:29pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:14 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Düsseldorf to Dortmund

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

58 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $13	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $60	Average Duration52m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $15	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Düsseldorf and Dortmund?

Düsseldorf

A
Hbf
Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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B
ZOB am Hbf
Fernbusbahnhof/Hbf Worringer Str. 140, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
Visit page
C
Duesseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany

Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.1

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixBus

3.5/511,541 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Düsseldorf to Dortmund by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Dortmund start at $12. The average price for this train route is around $32. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?
The average train trip from Düsseldorf to Dortmund takes 52m and covers 57 km. The quickest train gets you there in 43m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Dortmund departs at 6:04am. The latest train departs at 7:40pm.
What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-04

$11

12-05

$15

Today

$14

12-07

$16

12-08

$11

12-09

$11

12-10

$11

12-11

$10

The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Dortmund was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Düsseldorf to Dortmund, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $10 to $18 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-12-11.