The cheapest and fastest trains from Bruges to Dortmund
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
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 £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bruges for Dortmund every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 296 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:114h32Bruges13:43Dortmund£601One-way0 changes
8:114h32Bruges12:43Dortmund£751One-way0 changes
10:114h32Bruges14:43Dortmund£931One-way0 changes
10:114h32Bruges14:43Dortmund£931One-way0 changes
8:114h32Bruges12:43Dortmund£751One-way0 changes
9:114h32Bruges13:43Dortmund£601One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bruges to Dortmund
Omio 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 prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £99.
Distance: 296 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£82 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £237 Average Price |
4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bruges to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Bruges to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:11 Bruges | 4h32 | 12:43 Dortmund | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:11 Bruges | 4h32 | 13:43 Dortmund | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:11 Bruges | 4h32 | 14:43 Dortmund | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bruges to Dortmund
Trains from Bruges to Dortmund run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £17 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 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 23:22 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, SNCB from Bruges to Dortmund trainsDeutsche Bahn, Eurostar, SNCB trains will get you between Bruges and Dortmund from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Eurostar
SNCB
FAQs: Bruges to Dortmund train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bruges and Dortmund
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.
Which Bruges station do trains to Dortmund leave from?
Getting to Brugge from Bruges city centre
Brugge is 1 km from Bruges city centre. Public transport options include:
Brugge train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Leonidas, Deliway Brugge Station, EXKi, De Kantine, Zest Fresh Juice Bar, FavouRRs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located inside the main hall. .
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the entrance inside the main station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brugge: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brugge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges, ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station, Hotel NH Brugge.
Getting to Brugge-St.-Pieters from Bruges city centre
Brugge-St.-Pieters is 2 km from Bruges city centre. Public transport options include:
Brugge-St.-Pieters train station facilities and services
Brugge-St.-Pieters has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Brugge-St.-Pieters.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Which Dortmund station do trains from Bruges arrive at?
Getting to Dortmund Hbf from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Getting to Dortmund Stadthaus from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Stadthaus train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Westermanns Deli, Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. ATMs are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Information desks are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ringhotel Drees, La Villa am Kaiserbrunnen, Hotel Neuhaus, Cityhotel Dortmund.
Getting to Dortmund Möllerbrücke from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Möllerbrücke is 1 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Möllerbrücke train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Subway, Kleimann, Linus, Teheran
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. ATMs are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Information desks are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ringhotel Drees, Cityhotel Dortmund, Hotel Fürst garden, Hotel Unique Novum.
Most popular train connections from Bruges
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