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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Saarbrücken
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
5 h 26 m
Average duration
6 h
Trains per day
4
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Saarbrücken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Saarbrücken will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 4 trains that leave Dortmund for Saarbrücken 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 256 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 57 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.
0:446h57Dortmund7:41Saarbrücken£281One-way0 changes- 11:455h56Dortmund17:41Saarbrücken£521One-way0 changes
- 7:165h40Dortmund12:56Saarbrücken£681One-way0 changes
- 7:155h26Dortmund12:41Saarbrücken£1021One-way0 changes
- 7:155h26Dortmund12:41Saarbrücken£1021One-way0 changes
- 7:165h40Dortmund12:56Saarbrücken£681One-way0 changes
- 11:455h56Dortmund17:41Saarbrücken£521One-way0 changes
- 0:446h57Dortmund7:41Saarbrücken£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dortmund to Saarbrücken
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Saarbrücken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 2m. 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 £24, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 256 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£69 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dortmund to Saarbrücken train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Saarbrücken trains for tomorrow, Thursday 30 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 0:44 Dortmund | 6h57 | 7:41 Saarbrücken | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:15 Dortmund | 5h26 | 12:41 Saarbrücken | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:16 Dortmund | 5h40 | 12:56 Saarbrücken | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Saarbrücken
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Trains from Dortmund to Saarbrücken run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 256 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 256 km |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 5m |
First train 0:38 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Dortmund to Saarbrücken trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Dortmund and Saarbrücken from £24. 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Dortmund to Saarbrücken train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund and Saarbrücken
Most Dortmund to Saarbrücken trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Saarbrücken Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Saarbrücken Ost. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Saarbrücken train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dortmund station do trains to Saarbrücken 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 Signal Iduna Park from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park train station facilities and services
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park 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 and drink
Food options include: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Which Saarbrücken station do trains from Dortmund arrive at?
Getting to Saarbrücken Hbf from Saarbrücken city centre
Saarbrücken Hbf train station facilities and services
Saarbrücken 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: Il Giardino, Eiscafe Jesolo, Pizza Hut, Brauhaus zum Stiefel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. ATMs are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. Information desks are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saarbrücken Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saarbrücken Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Saarbrücken City Centre Hotel, Mercure SB City, Europa Hotel Saarbrücken, Hotel Stadt Hamburg Saarbrücken.
Getting to Saarbrücken Ost from Saarbrücken city centre
Saarbrücken Ost is 2 km from Saarbrücken city centre. Public transport options include:
Saarbrücken Ost train station facilities and services
Saarbrücken Ost 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: GästeHaus Klaus Erfort, Schubert, McDonald's, Hokkaido
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Saarbrücken Ost. ATMs are available at Saarbrücken Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saarbrücken Ost. Information desks are available at Saarbrücken Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Saarbrücken Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saarbrücken Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saarbrücken Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saarbrücken Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Restaurant Bruchwiese.
Getting to Saarbrücken-Burbach from Saarbrücken city centre
Saarbrücken-Burbach is 1 km from Saarbrücken city centre. Public transport options include:
Saarbrücken-Burbach train station facilities and services
Saarbrücken-Burbach 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 and drink
Food options include: Westside, Rolands Eck, Barbarossa Bäckerei, Eiscafe Favretti
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Saarbrücken-Burbach. ATMs are available at Saarbrücken-Burbach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saarbrücken-Burbach. Information desks are available at Saarbrücken-Burbach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Saarbrücken-Burbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saarbrücken-Burbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saarbrücken-Burbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saarbrücken-Burbach.
Most popular train connections from Dortmund
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