How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Dortmund?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Dortmund start from R 232. The average price for this train route is around R 1 202. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Berlin to Dortmund?

The average train journey time from Berlin to Dortmund is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 421 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 23m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Dortmund route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 40 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain .

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

The earliest train from Berlin to Dortmund departs at 06:14. And the latest train departs at 23:52.

Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Dortmund?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Dortmund?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Berlin to Dortmund?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin 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.

Train Berlin to Dortmund from R 180 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 30 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	20:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	8h 29m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 31 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:38	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 13m	04:51	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 1 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:05	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	7h 19m	20:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 2 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	16:25	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 3 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	20:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 4 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	16:25	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 5 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 25m	04:52	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Dortmund on 6 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 24m	11:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	3h 45m	16:25	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	8h 29m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 40m	10:12	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:25 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Berlin to Dortmund

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 232, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40train per day

3h 40mAverage duration

421 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 411 - R 1 589	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 232 - R 4 581	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

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

Berlin

A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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B
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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Dortmund

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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi3.4

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/59 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi2.8

FlixTrain

3.4/530 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi2.1

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Dortmund by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Dortmund start from R 232. The average price for this train route is around R 1 202. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Dortmund?
The average train journey time from Berlin to Dortmund is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 421 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 23m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 40 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Berlin to Dortmund departs at 06:14. And the latest train departs at 23:52.
Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Dortmund?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Dortmund?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Berlin to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin 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.

Best price found

28/05

R 1 072

29/05

R 1 072

Today

R 757

31/05

R 1 074

01/06

R 714

02/06

R 486

03/06

R 486

04/06

R 239

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Dortmund was searched and found on 04 Jun 2026 with a price of R 239

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

You can expect to pay from R 239 to R 4 473 for a train ticket from Berlin to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 239, which is on 2026-06-04.

Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.