How much is the train ticket from Vienna to Dortmund?

The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Dortmund start at $71. The average price for this train route is around $158. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Vienna to Dortmund?

The average train trip from Vienna to Dortmund takes 9h 30m and covers 739 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Vienna to Dortmund route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Vienna to Dortmund departs at 6:13am. The latest train departs at 3:13pm.

Train Vienna to Dortmund from $136 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Vienna to Dortmund on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		11:30pm	Erdberg	12h 54m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		10:55pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	13h 29m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dortmund on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:55pm	Erdberg	15h 32m	9:27am	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 1m	5:14pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:20am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	20h 4m	8:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 1m	5:14pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
	9:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 51m	8:04pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dortmund on December 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:30pm	Erdberg	12h 54m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 1m	5:14pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:55pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	13h 29m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 1m	5:14pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
	9:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 51m	8:04pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Vienna 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 9 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

9h 30mAverage Duration

738 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$56 - $277	Average Duration16h 15m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$71 - $490	Average Duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$104 - $104	Average Duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

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

Vienna

A
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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B
Vienna Airport
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C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
E
Mitte
Landstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
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F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria

Dortmund

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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

Based on 11 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at $71

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna 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 Vienna to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Dortmund start at $71. The average price for this train route is around $158. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Vienna to Dortmund?
The average train trip from Vienna to Dortmund takes 9h 30m and covers 739 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Vienna to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vienna to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Vienna to Dortmund departs at 6:13am. The latest train departs at 3:13pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-12

$118

12-13

$101

Today

$272

12-15

$204

12-16

No data

12-17

No data

12-18

$204

12-19

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The cheapest trip from Vienna to Dortmund was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $101

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

You can expect to pay from $101 to $457 for a train ticket from Vienna to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $204 which is on 2025-12-15.