How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Dortmund?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Dortmund start from R 248. The average price for this train route is around R 1 035. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Berlin to Dortmund?

The average train journey time from Berlin to Dortmund is 3h 39m, covering a distance of 420 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 19m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Dortmund route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 26 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

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

The earliest train from Berlin to Dortmund departs at 06:32. And the latest train departs at 23:56.

Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Dortmund?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Berlin to Dortmund?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

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

Train Berlin to Dortmund from R 186 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 13 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	23:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	8h 18m	07:33	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Cheapest
	15:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	19:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	15:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 38m	19:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	22:18	Berlin Ostbahnhof	9h 14m	07:32	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
	15:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 38m	19:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 14 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:37	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 14m	04:51	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	08:40	Hauptbahnhof	3h 44m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:35	Berlin Hbf	5h 16m	04:51	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:35	Berlin Hbf	5h 16m	04:51	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Cheapest
07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
12:38	Hauptbahnhof	3h 47m	16:25	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
12:22	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 3m	16:25	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:35	Berlin Hbf	5h 16m	04:51	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	12:38	Hauptbahnhof	3h 47m	16:25	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 30m	16:25	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:53	Berlin Hbf	4h 58m	04:51	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	08:40	Hauptbahnhof	3h 44m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 30m	16:25	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin 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 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 329, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day

4h 50mAverage duration

423 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 383 - R 1 094	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 248 - R 3 272	Average duration3h 39m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 329 - R 1 013	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

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

Berlin

A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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B
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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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

3/518 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 593 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Dortmund by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Dortmund start from R 248. The average price for this train route is around R 1 035. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Dortmund?
The average train journey time from Berlin to Dortmund is 3h 39m, covering a distance of 420 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 19m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 26 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Berlin to Dortmund departs at 06:32. And the latest train departs at 23:56.
Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Dortmund?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Dortmund?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Berlin to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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

11/12

R 519

12/12

R 751

Today

R 552

14/12

R 583

15/12

R 417

16/12

R 417

17/12

R 416

18/12

R 582

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Dortmund was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 416

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

You can expect to pay from R 416 to R 3 593 for a train ticket from Berlin to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 416, which is on 2025-12-17.