Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | ZOB Hackerbrücke | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
 | Munich Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Munich Fröttmaning | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
| Munich Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Munich Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Munich to Dortmund
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 305, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Munich and Dortmund?
Munich
- AZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
- CMunich Central Station, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany
- D
München-Moosach
Moosach, 80992 München, Germany - E
München Donnersbergerbrücke
Donnersbergerbrücke, 80339 München, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Munich 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 Munich to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Munich to Dortmund start at MAD 218. The average price for this train route is around MAD 1,433. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Munich to Dortmund?
The average train trip from Munich to Dortmund takes 6h 1m and covers 478 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Munich to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Munich to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Munich to Dortmund departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 11:27pm.
What is the best train operator from Munich 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 Munich 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 Munich 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 Munich 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.
The cheapest trip from Munich to Dortmund was searched and found on May 22, 2026 with a price of MAD 438To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Munich to Dortmund, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MAD 438 to MAD 2,832 for a train ticket from Munich to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 438 which is on 2026-05-22.
