How much is the train ticket from Dresden to Dortmund?

The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Dortmund start at MAD 218. The average price for this train route is around MAD 1,079. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Dresden to Dortmund?

The average train trip from Dresden to Dortmund takes 6h 1m and covers 440 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Dresden to Dortmund route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn ICE .

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

The earliest train from Dresden to Dortmund departs at 5:47am. The latest train departs at 10:12pm.

What is the best train operator from Dresden to Dortmund?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dresden 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 Dresden to Dortmund from MAD 206 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Dresden to Dortmund on May 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	8:22pm	Dresden Hbf	8h 29m	4:51am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Cheapest
	8:53am	Dresden Hbf	5h 19m	2:12pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 10m	4:25pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	7:22am	Dresden Hbf	5h 48m	1:10pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	7:30am	Dresden Hbf	5h 40m	1:10pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Dortmund on May 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	8:22pm	Dresden Hbf	8h 29m	4:51am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Cheapest
	6:53pm	Dresden Hbf	5h 18m	12:11am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	6:53am	Dresden Central Station	5h 31m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	7:22am	Dresden Hbf	5h 48m	1:10pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	7:30am	Dresden Hbf	5h 40m	1:10pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Dortmund on May 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	8:12pm	Dresden Hbf	8h 39m	4:51am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Cheapest
	12:53pm	Dresden Hbf	5h 19m	6:12pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	6:53am	Dresden Central Station	5h 31m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	7:22am	Dresden Hbf	5h 48m	1:10pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	7:30am	Dresden Hbf	5h 40m	1:10pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Dortmund on May 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:30am	Neustadt	8h 54m	8:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	6:53am	Dresden Hbf	5h 19m	12:12pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 9m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	6:53am	Dresden Hbf	5h 19m	12:12pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	7:30am	Dresden Hbf	5h 40m	1:10pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Dortmund on May 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:53am	Dresden Central Station	5h 31m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	12:53pm	Dresden Hbf	5h 19m	6:12pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	7:00am	Dresden Neustadt Station	5h 24m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	7:22am	Dresden Hbf	5h 48m	1:10pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	7:30am	Dresden Hbf	5h 40m	1:10pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:42 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Dresden to Dortmund

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 241, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

6h 55mAverage Duration

440 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 241 - MAD 1,120	Average Duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 218 - MAD 2,839	Average Duration6h 1m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

Dresden

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Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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Dortmund

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Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.1

FlixTrain

3.3/528 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi2.3

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

DE train companies:RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden 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 Dresden to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Dortmund start at MAD 218. The average price for this train route is around MAD 1,079. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dresden to Dortmund?
The average train trip from Dresden to Dortmund takes 6h 1m and covers 440 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Dresden to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dresden to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Dresden to Dortmund departs at 5:47am. The latest train departs at 10:12pm.
What is the best train operator from Dresden to Dortmund?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Dortmund?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Dresden to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dresden 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

05-19

MAD 226

05-20

MAD 428

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MAD 428

05-22

MAD 586

05-23

MAD 542

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MAD 564

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MAD 508

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The cheapest trip from Dresden to Dortmund was searched and found on May 19, 2026 with a price of MAD 226

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 226 to MAD 2,829 for a train ticket from Dresden to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 508 which is on 2026-05-25.

Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.