How much is the train ticket from Vienna to Dortmund?

The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Dortmund start from R 869. The average price for this train route is around R 1 934. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Vienna to Dortmund?

The average train journey time from Vienna to Dortmund is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 739 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Vienna to Dortmund route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Vienna to Dortmund departs at 06:13. And the latest train departs at 15:13.

Train Vienna to Dortmund from R 1 665 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Vienna to Dortmund on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	17:55	Erdberg	15h 32m	09:27	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	08:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 1m	17:14	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	00:20	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	20h 4m	20:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	08:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 1m	17:14	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
	09:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 51m	20:04	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dortmund on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:30	Erdberg	12h 54m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	08:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 1m	17:14	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:55	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	13h 29m	12:24	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	08:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 1m	17:14	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags
	09:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 51m	20:04	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Vienna 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 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 273, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

9h 30mAverage duration

738 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 678 - R 3 387	Average duration16h 15m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 869 - R 5 999	Average duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 273 - R 1 273	Average duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

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

Vienna

A
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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B
Vienna Airport
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C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
E
Mitte
Landstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
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F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria

Dortmund

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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

Based on 11 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at R 869

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna 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 Vienna to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Dortmund start from R 869. The average price for this train route is around R 1 934. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Vienna to Dortmund?
The average train journey time from Vienna to Dortmund is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 739 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Vienna to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vienna to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Vienna to Dortmund departs at 06:13. And the latest train departs at 15:13.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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R 1 440

13/12

R 1 234

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R 3 329

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R 2 497

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R 2 497

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The cheapest trip from Vienna to Dortmund was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 234

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 234 to R 5 596 for a train ticket from Vienna to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 497, which is on 2025-12-15.