Trains tickets from Dortmund to Berlin

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Today7 May
from US$29
Tomorrow8 May
from US$32
Fri9 May
from US$35
Sat10 May
from US$24
Sun11 May
from US$33
Mon12 May
from US$21
Tue13 May
from US$20
Wed14 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 8 May at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: 8 May at
    Destination city: Berlin
    Destination location: Hauptbahnhof
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 8 May at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
    Arrival time: 8 May at
    Destination city: Berlin
    Destination location: Berlin Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 May at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: 8 May at
    Destination city: Berlin
    Destination location: Hauptbahnhof
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 May at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
    Arrival time: 8 May at
    Destination city: Berlin
    Destination location: Berlin Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 May at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: 8 May at
    Destination city: Berlin
    Destination location: Berlin Ostbahnhof
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Berlin

Bus
Average priceUS$13 - US$91Average duration6h 45m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$14 - US$237Average duration3h 46m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$18 - US$84Average duration4h 50m
18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Dortmund to Berlin

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39carpool per day
4h 50mAverage duration
US$18Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Train Dortmund to Berlin: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$74
Average train trip duration3h 46m
Number of daily trains12
Earliest train departure00:33
Distance260 miles
Latest train departure22:28

Dortmund to Berlin Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Dortmund - Berlin

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

    The average train ticket price from Dortmund to Berlin is US$74. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Dortmund to Berlin 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 train trip from Dortmund to Berlin?

    A train trip between Dortmund and Berlin is around 3h 46m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 263 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Dortmund and Berlin?

    The number of trains from Dortmund to Berlin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Dortmund to Berlin by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
05/05
US$82
06/05
US$135
Today
US$29
08/05
US$32
09/05
US$35
10/05
US$24
11/05
US$33
12/05
US$21
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dortmund to Berlin was searched and found on 12 May 2025 with a price of US$21

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

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$244 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21, which is on 2025-05-12.

Usually DBAH - ICE 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.

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 Dortmund and Berlin is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Berlin.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Berlin 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 Dortmund and Berlin, 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 Dortmund to Berlin and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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