The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Utrecht
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Utrecht is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Utrecht will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Dortmund to Utrecht you need to make at least one change.
ICE 513 · ICE 222
RE 89868+
VIA 20008 · VIA 21202+
IC 3224
RE 89870+
VIA 20010 · VIA 21204+
IC 3228
RB 20256 · IC 1732
ICE 513 · ICE 222
RE 89868+
VIA 20008 · VIA 21202+
IC 3224
RE 89870+
VIA 20010 · VIA 21204+
IC 3228
RB 20256 · IC 1732Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dortmund to Utrecht
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. 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 £7, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 173 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£42 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dortmund to Utrecht train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 89868+ VIA 20008 · VIA 21202+ IC 3224 | On time 05:03 Dortmund Hbf | 2h53 | 07:56 Utrecht Centraal | 3 changes | |
ICE 513 · ICE 222 | On time 05:36 Dortmund Hbf | 2h23 | 07:59 Utrecht Centraal | 1 change | |
RB 20256 · IC 1732 | On time 05:53 Dortmund Hbf | 4h00 | 09:53 Utrecht Centraal | 1 change | |
RE 89870+ VIA 20010 · VIA 21204+ IC 3228 | On time 06:03 Dortmund Hbf | 2h53 | 08:56 Utrecht Centraal | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Utrecht
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:37 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Eurobahn from Dortmund to Utrecht trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Eurobahn trains will get you between Dortmund and Utrecht from £7. 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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
Eurobahn
FAQs: Dortmund to Utrecht train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund and Utrecht
- 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
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
- S&E Café
- S&E Imbiss
- Pizzeria PePee
- American Corner
- Tiziana
- Taverne Steki
- Shan's Küche
- La Gazzetta
- Pizzeria Solino
- Food fakultät
- Pizzeria Izollu
- Dolce & Gambas
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Spoorstraat and Jaarbeursplein.
- Restaurant De Rechtbank
- Humphrey's Utrecht
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Crowne Plaza Utrecht
- NH Utrecht
- Park Plaza Utrecht
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 12,656 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and regional trains
- Hall 2: domestic intercity and sprinter services
- Hall 3: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 22
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Domestic and international connections
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