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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Dortmund
Cheapest price
£330
Average price
£336
Fastest journey
9 h 12 m
Average duration
10 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
650 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Dortmund will cost around £336 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £330.
To travel from Birmingham to Dortmund you need to make at least 2 changes.
6:479h27Birmingham16:14Dortmund£3301One-way4 changes- 9:2110h53Birmingham20:14Dortmund£3301One-way4 changes
- 16:2117h53Birmingham10:14Dortmund£3301One-way4 changes
- 23:2114h53Birmingham14:14Dortmund£3301One-way4 changes
- 11:219h20Birmingham20:41Dortmund£3591One-way2 changes
- 13:219h12Birmingham22:33Dortmund£3771One-way2 changes
- 11:219h20Birmingham20:41Dortmund£3591One-way2 changes
- 6:479h27Birmingham16:14Dortmund£3301One-way4 changes
- 9:2110h53Birmingham20:14Dortmund£3301One-way4 changes
- 23:2114h53Birmingham14:14Dortmund£3301One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Birmingham to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a train costs an average of £343.
Distance: 650 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£343 Average Price | £95 Average Price Cheapest | £168 Average Price |
10h 3m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 2m Average total duration 17h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Dortmund trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:21 Birmingham | 9h12 | 22:33 Dortmund | 2 changes | |
| 16:21 Birmingham | 17h53 | 10:14 Dortmund | 4 changes | |
| Tuesday 5 May | |||||
| 6:47 Birmingham | 9h27 | 16:14 Dortmund | 4 changes | |
| 9:21 Birmingham | 10h53 | 20:14 Dortmund | 4 changes | |
| 11:21 Birmingham | 9h20 | 20:41 Dortmund | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham to Dortmund by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Dortmund
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Trains from Birmingham to Dortmund run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £343 but you can travel from only £49 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 650 km distance in 9h 27m.
Distance 650 km |
Average train duration 9h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £343 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 27m |
First train 5:55 |
Last train 19:00 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Birmingham to Dortmund trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham and Dortmund from £49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Dortmund train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Dortmund by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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