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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Dortmund
Cheapest price
£407
Average price
£432
Fastest journey
12 h 3 m
Average duration
12 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
856 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Dortmund will cost around £432 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £407.
To travel from Edinburgh to Dortmund you need to make at least 2 changes.
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6:3013h44Edinburgh20:14Dortmund£4071One-way4 changes- 8:0012h41Edinburgh20:41Dortmund£4361One-way2 changes
- 10:3012h03Edinburgh22:33Dortmund£4541One-way2 changes
- 10:3012h03Edinburgh22:33Dortmund£4541One-way2 changes
- 8:0012h41Edinburgh20:41Dortmund£4361One-way2 changes
- 6:3013h44Edinburgh20:14Dortmund£4071One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £66, and a train costs an average of £407.
Distance: 856 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£424 Average Price | £94 Average Price Cheapest | £134 Average Price |
15h 29m Average total duration 14h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 37m Average total duration 24h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 Edinburgh | 13h44 | 20:14 Dortmund | 4 changes | |
| 8:00 Edinburgh | 12h41 | 20:41 Dortmund | 2 changes | |
| 10:30 Edinburgh | 12h03 | 22:33 Dortmund | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Dortmund
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Trains from Edinburgh to Dortmund run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £407 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 16:27. The fastest train covers the 856 km distance in 11h 11m.
Distance 856 km |
Average train duration 14h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £407 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 11h 11m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 16:27 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Dortmund trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Dortmund from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Edinburgh to Dortmund train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Dortmund 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 Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Dortmund
Most Edinburgh to Dortmund trains use the to Dortmund Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dortmund station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
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.
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