Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Dresden Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Neustadt | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Dresden Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | |||||
 | Dresden Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Dresden to Dortmund
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 433, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dresden and Dortmund?
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden 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 Dresden to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Dortmund start from R 393. The average price for this train route is around R 1 511. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
Which train operators serve the Dresden to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dresden to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Dresden to Dortmund departs at 06:53. And the latest train departs at 20:22.
Which is the best train operator from Dresden to Dortmund?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Dortmund?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Dresden to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dresden to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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.
The cheapest trip from Dresden to Dortmund was searched and found on 28 Mar 2026 with a price of R 595To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dresden to Dortmund as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 595 to R 3 992 for a train ticket from Dresden to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 595, which is on 2026-03-28.
Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.
