Train from Munich to Dortmund: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Munich to Dortmund on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
Munich Hbf
Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundCheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE
Munich Hbf
Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
    ZOB Hackerbrücke
    Dortmund HauptbahnhofNo tags
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
    Munich Hbf
    Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags
    Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Munich Hbf
    Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags

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    Compare 3 ways to travel from Munich 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 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    2carpool per day
    6h 30mAverage duration
    297 milesDistance
    20kgCO₂ emissions
    Average price£21 - £77Average duration11h
    12kg CO₂e
    Average price£16 - £233Average duration6h 4m
    11kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average price£26 - £56Average duration6h 30m
    20kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Munich to Dortmund by train

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

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

      The cheapest train tickets from Munich to Dortmund start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the train journey from Munich to Dortmund?

      The average train journey time from Munich to Dortmund is 6h 4m, covering a distance of 296 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 27m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

    3. Which train operators serve the Munich to Dortmund route?

      Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Munich to Dortmund?

      The earliest train from Munich to Dortmund departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 23:00.

    Find cheapest prices for trains

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

    Best price found
    10/12
    £88
    11/12
    £64
    Today
    £92
    13/12
    £56
    14/12
    £44
    15/12
    £44
    16/12
    £17
    17/12
    £35
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Munich to Dortmund was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £17

    To 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 £17 to £220 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 £17, which is on 2025-12-16.

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