1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£57
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£62
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
5 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
5 h 24 m
Trains on 03 Sept
3
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bruges to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bruges to Dortmund will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
To travel from Bruges to Dortmund you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 2812 · ICE 17 · ICE 106
IC 2814 · ICE 317 · ICE 104
IC 513 · R 18953 · 26429
IC 2812 · ICE 17 · ICE 106
IC 2814 · ICE 317 · ICE 104
IC 513 · R 18953 · 26429Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a flight costs an average of £189.
Distance: 296 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£78 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £189 Average Price | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bruges to Dortmund:
A coach is £53 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruges to Dortmund costing on average £78.
A coach is £164 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bruges to Dortmund costing on average £189.
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 23m.
Flight takes on average 5h 52m.
Tickets start at around £78 compared to roughly £48 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-30.57. The journey takes 4h 17m versus 4h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bruges to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2812 · ICE 17 · ICE 106 | Delayed 13:11 Bruges station | 5h10 | 16:26 16:26Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 513 · R 18953 · 26429 | 13:58 Bruges station | 5h52 | 19:50 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2814 · ICE 317 · ICE 104 | Delayed 15:11 Bruges station | 5h10 | 18:25 18:25Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Bruges to Dortmund run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 4h 32m.
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 23:22 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Discover the best of Dortmund — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dortmund trip today.
Major museum for 20th- and 21st-century art in the Dortmunder U, with changing exhibitions and city views from the upper floors.
Interactive football museum beside the main station, covering German football history with media installations and trophies.
Museum at Zollern Colliery presenting Ruhr industrial history in a striking Art Nouveau machine hall and heritage complex.
Large urban lake with promenades, boat hire and skyline views; popular for walks, cycling and waterside relaxation.
Green park with themed gardens, mature trees and one of Germany’s notable botanical collections, ideal for a quiet stroll.
Central square framed by historic façades and busy streets, useful as a starting point for exploring the old city centre.
A dark, top-fermented beer from Dortmund, long tied to the city’s brewing heritage. It is smoother and less bitter than Pils, and a classic local drink.
A hearty potato stew from Westphalia, traditionally cooked with vegetables and sausage or bacon. It is valued as comforting regional home cooking.
A classic Westphalian dish of rye bread topped with ham, pickles and sometimes egg. It reflects the region’s rye bread and cured meat traditions.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving Dortmund classics, beer and hearty regional dishes in a lively, historic setting.
Established German restaurant known for generous regional cooking, seasonal dishes and a warm, traditional atmosphere.
Casual local venue popular for currywurst, schnitzel and Ruhrgebiet comfort food in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while public transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Dortmund Hbf -> Platz der Deutschen Einheit, Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bruges 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.

Most Bruges to Dortmund trains use the Brugge to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund Stadthaus. Use this guide to compare Bruges and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brugge is 1 km from Bruges city centre. Public transport options include:
Brugge has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Leonidas, Deliway Brugge Station, EXKi, De Kantine, Zest Fresh Juice Bar, FavouRRs
ATMs are aTM machines are located inside the main hall. .
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30, Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30. Information desks are located inside the corridor leading away from the platforms and towards the central exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the entrance inside the main station.
Available at Brugge: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brugge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brugge: Facilities include elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges, ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station, Hotel NH Brugge.
Brugge-St.-Pieters is 2 km from Bruges city centre. Public transport options include:
Brugge-St.-Pieters has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Brugge-St.-Pieters.
Available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Taxis.
Available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Dortmund Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund Stadthaus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Westermanns Deli, Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. ATMs are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Information desks are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Nearby hotels include Ringhotel Drees, La Villa am Kaiserbrunnen, Hotel Neuhaus, Cityhotel Dortmund.
Dortmund Möllerbrücke is 1 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Möllerbrücke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Subway, Kleimann, Linus, Teheran
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. ATMs are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Information desks are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Ringhotel Drees, Cityhotel Dortmund, Hotel Fürst garden, Hotel Unique Novum.
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