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Museumsquartier Osnabrück
Large cultural history museum with art, archaeology, and city history exhibits spread across several historic buildings.
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
53 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
54 m
Trains on 03 Sept
17
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Osnabrück is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Osnabrück will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 17 trains from Dortmund to Osnabrück, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 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.
ICE 920
ICE 208
ICE 1028
FlixTrain+
FlixBus
ICE 204
ICE 208
ICE 204
ICE 206
ICE 202
ICE 200Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Osnabrück among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, while a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 93 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Dortmund to Osnabrück:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Dortmund to Osnabrück costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Osnabrück take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 34m.
The journey is about 11m faster (1h 18m by train vs 1h 29m by car) and roughly £0.68 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£16 vs £16). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Osnabrück 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1028 | On time 5:24 Dortmund Hbf | 0h57 | 6:21 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
89918 · ICE 2214 | On time 5:35 Dortmund Hbf | 1h39 | 7:14 Osnabrück Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 208 | On time 6:28 Dortmund Hbf | 0h53 | 7:21 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 618 | On time 7:59 Dortmund Hbf | 1h14 | 9:13 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 206 | On time 8:28 Dortmund Hbf | 0h54 | 9:22 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 616 | On time 9:25 Dortmund Hbf | 0h56 | 10:21 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 204 | On time 10:28 Dortmund Hbf | 0h54 | 11:22 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 614 | On time 11:25 Dortmund Hbf | 0h56 | 12:21 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 202 | On time 12:28 Dortmund Hbf | 0h54 | 13:22 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 612 | On time 13:25 Dortmund Hbf | 0h56 | 14:21 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 13:32 Dortmund Hbf | 5h53 | 19:25 Osnabrück, Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 200 | On time 14:28 Dortmund Hbf | 0h54 | 15:22 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 610 | On time 15:25 Dortmund Hbf | 0h56 | 16:21 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 108 | On time 16:28 Dortmund Hbf | 0h54 | 17:22 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 518 | On time 17:25 Dortmund Hbf | 0h56 | 18:21 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 106 | On time 18:28 Dortmund Hbf | 0h54 | 19:22 Osnabrück Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Dortmund to Osnabrück run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 54m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 0:19 |
Last train 23:52 |
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Discover the best of Osnabrück — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Osnabrück trip today.
Large cultural history museum with art, archaeology, and city history exhibits spread across several historic buildings.
Museum in a former monastery presenting Felix Nussbaum’s work and the life of the Jewish painter in a striking modern building.
Museum on Erich Maria Remarque’s life and work, with literature, exile, and anti-war themes in a compact historic setting.
Historic market square framed by gabled houses, the town hall, and St. Marien. A classic starting point for exploring the old town.
Popular pedestrian street with independent shops, old façades, and easy access to major sights. Good for a relaxed city stroll.
Green palace gardens behind Schloss Osnabrück, ideal for a quiet walk, seasonal flowers, and a break close to the city centre.
A hearty kale stew from north-west Germany, usually cooked with smoked sausage and potatoes. A cold-season staple around Osnabrück.
Pan-fried potato slices with onions and bacon, often served as a rustic side or main. A classic everyday dish in Lower Saxony and Westphalia.
A robust green bean stew with potatoes and bacon or sausage. Traditional farmhouse cooking typical of the Osnabrück region.
Upscale dining focused on refined modern cuisine and carefully presented plates in an elegant city-centre setting.
Popular casual spot for flammkuchen and wine, with a relaxed atmosphere suited to a light meal in the centre.
Traditional German inn serving regional classics and seasonal dishes in a historic, cosy setting in the old town.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transport is reasonable and many sights are low-cost compared with larger German cities.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is standard in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Osnabrück Hbf -> Neumarkt, Osnabrück
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Osnabrück 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 Osnabrück, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dortmund to Osnabrück trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Osnabrück train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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-Wickede is 11 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Wickede has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Stations-Grill, My Döner & Pan Pizza, Mein Café in der Alten Backstube, Dö-Pi
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Wickede. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Wickede. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Wickede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Wickede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Wickede: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Wickede.
Dortmund-Germania is 7 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Germania has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Óla Kalá, Imbiss Futterluke, Pizzeria Puzzle, Side Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Germania. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Germania.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Germania. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Germania.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Germania. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Germania: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Germania: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Germania.
Osnabrück 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: Beykebab, Kochlöffel, Algarve Grill, Pizza Max
Wi-Fi is available at Osnabrück Hbf. ATMs are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Osnabrück Hbf. Information desks are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Osnabrück Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Osnabrück Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Osnabrück Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Pension Haus Auf Dem Klushügel, Best Western Hotel Hohenzollern, Ibis Budget, Boardinghouse Villa Il Paradiso.
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