The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to London
Cheapest price
£260
Average price
£273
Fastest journey
7 h 42 m
Average duration
7 h 42 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
525 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to London will cost around £273 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £260.
Of the 4 trains that leave Dortmund for London every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 525 km distance in an average of 7 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 42 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.
6:157h42Dortmund13:57London£2601One-way0 changes
4:157h42Dortmund11:57London£2681One-way0 changes
5:157h42Dortmund12:57London£2731One-way0 changes
3:157h42Dortmund10:57London£2891One-way0 changes
6:157h42Dortmund13:57London£2601One-way0 changes
4:157h42Dortmund11:57London£2681One-way0 changes
3:157h42Dortmund10:57London£2891One-way0 changes
5:157h42Dortmund12:57London£2731One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Dortmund to London
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £159.
Distance: 525 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£294 Average Price | £66 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 41m Average total duration 12h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dortmund to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to London trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:15 Dortmund | 6h12 | 11:27 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:15 Dortmund | 7h42 | 13:57 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:59 Dortmund | 7h58 | 14:57 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
![]() | 3:15 Dortmund | 7h42 | 10:57 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:15 Dortmund | 7h42 | 11:57 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Dortmund to London by coach, train or flight
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Why book with Omio vs Eurostar?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Eurostar, but also compare tickets for the likes of Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to find the best option for your trip from Dortmund to London.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Dortmund to London.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to London
Trains from Dortmund to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £159 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 525 km distance in 6h 12m.
Distance 525 km |
Average train duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £159 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 12m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Dortmund to London trainsEurostar, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Dortmund and London from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
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FAQs: Dortmund to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund and London
Most Dortmund to London trains use the Dortmund Hbf to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dortmund station do trains to London leave from?
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 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.
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 London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
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