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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Antwerp
Showing times and prices for 05 May
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
215 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Antwerp will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Dortmund for Antwerp every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 215 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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.
10:134h03Dortmund14:16Antwerp£271One-way0 changes
8:364h30Dortmund13:06Antwerp£491One-way0 changes- 8:074h09Dortmund12:16Antwerp£741One-way0 changes
- 7:213h55Dortmund11:16Antwerp£741One-way0 changes
- 7:455h25Dortmund13:10Antwerp£761One-way0 changes
- 7:213h55Dortmund11:16Antwerp£741One-way0 changes
- 7:154h01Dortmund11:16Antwerp£811One-way0 changes
- 10:134h03Dortmund14:16Antwerp£271One-way0 changes
- 8:074h09Dortmund12:16Antwerp£741One-way0 changes
- 8:364h30Dortmund13:06Antwerp£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Dortmund to Antwerp
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 215 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£70 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £225 Average Price |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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
Dortmund to Antwerp train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Antwerp trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:15 Dortmund | 4h01 | 11:16 Antwerp | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:21 Dortmund | 3h55 | 11:16 Antwerp | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:45 Dortmund | 5h25 | 13:10 Antwerp | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:07 Dortmund | 4h09 | 12:16 Antwerp | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:13 Dortmund | 4h03 | 14:16 Antwerp | 0 changesdirect |
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Deutsche Bahn operates all trains services from Dortmund to Antwerp.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Antwerp
Germany
Belgium
Trains from Dortmund to Antwerp run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:03, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 215 km distance in 3h 51m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 3:03 |
Last train 21:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Dortmund to Antwerp trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Dortmund and Antwerp from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 51m
Cheapest Price
£34
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Dortmund to Antwerp train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Antwerp 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 Antwerp, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Dortmund to Antwerp can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £70.
The train journey from Dortmund to Antwerp covers a distance of 215 km and takes approximately 3h 51m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Dortmund to Antwerp is 215 km.
The first train from Dortmund to Antwerp leaves at 3:03.
The last train from Dortmund to Antwerp departs at 21:50.
Trains from Dortmund to Antwerp run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Dortmund to Antwerp.
To get from Dortmund to Antwerp, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Dortmund to Antwerp.
The train station in Dortmund that goes to Antwerp is Dortmund Hbf, and it arrives at Antwerp-Central.
The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Antwerp is by coach, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Dortmund to Antwerp in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Dortmund to Antwerp offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the German and Belgian countryside, featuring rolling hills, quaint villages, and lush greenery.
A day trip from Dortmund to Antwerp is not feasible as the travel time is 3h 51m each way. Trains run 6 times per day over a distance of 215 km.
In Antwerp, you can visit the vibrant Grote Markt, explore the trendy Zurenborg neighbourhood, and take a scenic walk along the Scheldt River. Discover the lively Meir shopping street and relax at the Middelheim Open Air Sculpture Museum. Key sights include the Cathedral of Our Lady, Antwerp Zoo, Museum aan de Stroom (MAS), Antwerp Central Station, and Rubenshuis.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Antwerp, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Cathedral of Our Lady, the Antwerp Zoo, and the MAS Museum, as well as to enjoy the vibrant local culture and cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Dortmund to Antwerp.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund and Antwerp
Dortmund
Antwerp
The major train station for departures in Dortmund is Dortmund Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dortmund Hbf for your trip from Dortmund to Antwerp.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
Dining
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
Hotel
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
Dortmund Möllerbrücke
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Subway
- Kleimann
- Linus
- Teheran
Hotel
- Ringhotel Drees
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Hotel Fürst garden
- Hotel Unique Novum
Dortmund Stadthaus
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- Westermanns Deli
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
Hotel
- Ringhotel Drees
- La Villa am Kaiserbrunnen
- Hotel Neuhaus
- Cityhotel Dortmund
The major train station for arrivals in Antwerp is Antwerpen Centraal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Antwerpen Centraal for your journey to Antwerp from Dortmund.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area.
Dining
- Café - Brasserie Royal
- Einstein Koffie
- Leonidas
- Starbucks
- Yam Yam
- Panos
- Sweetz To Go
- Frituur Centraal
- lunch & pasta coffee
- Döner Company
- & many more
Accessibility
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station
- A-Stay Antwerpen
- Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
Information Desk
- Located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Public transport options for Antwerpen Centraal
- Tram lines: 11
- Bus lines: 17, 20, 21, 23, 32, 68, 410, 415, 416, 417, 418, 427, 429
- Train lines: Thalys, Intercity Direct 9200, IC, RER S1, L (22, 23, 24, 30)
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
2 km
Number of platforms
10Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park via Binnensingel.
Dining
- Wagamama
- Brasserie Dikke Mee
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €0.50
Hotel
- Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem
- Tulip Inn Antwerpen
- Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for international and regional trains
Public transport options for Antwerpen-Berchem
- Tram: Line 4, Line 9, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
Antwerpen-Zuid
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
2 kmNumber of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available near the station with access from the main road.
Dining
- Restaurant Zuidcafé
- Restaurant Het Gerecht
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Restrooms.
WC
- €0.50
Hotel
- B&B HOTEL Antwerpen Zuid
- Hotel Rubenshof
- Hotel Pilar
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Netherlands, and France
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Antwerpen-Zuid
- Tram: Line 4, Line 10
- Bus: Several lines available
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