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TodayJul 6
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from US$84
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 7 at
    Departure city: Salzburg
    Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
    Arrival time: July 7 at
    Destination city: Dortmund
    Destination location: Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 7 at
    Departure city: Salzburg
    Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
    Arrival time: July 7 at
    Destination city: Dortmund
    Destination location: Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
    Operated by: S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 7 at
    Departure city: Salzburg
    Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
    Arrival time: July 7 at
    Destination city: Dortmund
    Destination location: Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
    Operated by: S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 7 at
    Departure city: Salzburg
    Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
    Arrival time: July 7 at
    Destination city: Dortmund
    Destination location: Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 7 at
    Departure city: Salzburg
    Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
    Arrival time: July 7 at
    Destination city: Dortmund
    Destination location: Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
    Operated by: S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Salzburg to Dortmund

Average PriceUS$42 - US$79Average Duration13h 50m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Average PriceUS$35 - US$277Average Duration8h 57m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$80 - US$80Average Duration7h 40m
24kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salzburg to Dortmund

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
13h 50mAverage Duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Train Salzburg to Dortmund: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change

Average Ticket PriceUS$83
Average train trip duration8h 57m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure6:12am
Distance575 km
Latest train departure9:08pm

Salzburg to Dortmund Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salzburg - Dortmund

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Dortmund cost?

    The average train ticket price from Salzburg to Dortmund is US$83. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salzburg to Dortmund is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Salzburg to Dortmund?

    A train trip between Salzburg and Dortmund is around 8h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 9m. This is the time it takes to travel the 578 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Salzburg and Dortmund?

    The number of trains from Salzburg to Dortmund can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Salzburg to Dortmund by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Salzburg to Dortmund?

    When taking the train from Salzburg to Dortmund, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Salzburg to Dortmund?

    Trains travelling between Salzburg and Dortmund leave from Hbf or P+R Süd and arrive at Dortmund Hauptbahnhof.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07-04
US$169
07-05
US$78
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07-07
US$80
07-08
US$34
07-09
US$58
07-10
US$59
07-11
US$80
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salzburg to Dortmund was searched and found on Jul 8, 2025 with a price of US$34

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

You can expect to pay from US$34 to US$272 for a train ticket from Salzburg to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$34 which is on 2025-07-08.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Salzburg and Dortmund is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Dortmund.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Dortmund you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Salzburg and Dortmund, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Salzburg to Dortmund, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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