How much is the train ticket from Munich to Dortmund?

The cheapest train tickets from Munich to Dortmund start from R 348. The average price for this train route is around R 1 678. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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 477 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 27m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Munich to Dortmund route?

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

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.

Train Munich to Dortmund from R 372 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Munich to Dortmund on 12 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	19:30	ZOB Hackerbrücke	11h 56m	07:26	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	18:27	Munich Hbf	5h 36m	00:03	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	06:12	Munich Hbf	6h 7m	12:19	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
	06:41	Munich Hbf	5h 40m	12:21	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	06:12	Munich Hbf	6h 7m	12:19	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Dortmund on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		21:40	ZOB Hackerbrücke	11h 47m	09:27	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		21:15	Munich Fröttmaning	12h 12m	09:27	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Dortmund on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	21:40	ZOB Hackerbrücke	11h 47m	09:27	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	06:20	Munich Hbf	5h 27m	11:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	21:15	Munich Fröttmaning	12h 12m	09:27	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:20	Munich Hbf	5h 27m	11:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
	06:20	Munich Hbf	5h 27m	11:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Dortmund on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		20:50	ZOB Hackerbrücke	12h 37m	09:27	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		21:15	Munich Fröttmaning	12h 12m	09:27	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Fastest

Next departures from Munich to Dortmund on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	21:40	ZOB Hackerbrücke	11h 47m	09:27	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	06:20	Munich Hbf	5h 27m	11:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	21:15	Munich Fröttmaning	12h 12m	09:27	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:20	Munich Hbf	5h 27m	11:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
	06:20	Munich Hbf	5h 27m	11:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No 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 R 588, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

6h 30mAverage duration

479 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 455 - R 1 727	Average duration11h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 348 - R 5 256	Average duration6h 4m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 588 - R 1 254	Average duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

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

Munich

A
ZOB Hackerbrücke
ZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
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B
München Hauptbahnhof
Munich Central Station, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany
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C
Munich Airport
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D
München-Moosach
Moosach, 80992 München, Germany
E
München Donnersbergerbrücke
Donnersbergerbrücke, 80339 München, Germany

Dortmund

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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at R 348

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Munich to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Munich to Dortmund start from R 348. The average price for this train route is around R 1 678. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
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 477 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 27m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Munich to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 12 trains available per day.
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

09/12

R 1 156

10/12

R 1 983

Today

R 1 446

12/12

R 2 077

13/12

R 781

14/12

R 987

15/12

R 990

16/12

R 373

The cheapest trip from Munich to Dortmund was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 373

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 R 373 to R 4 963 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 R 373, which is on 2025-12-16.