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The cheapest and fastest trains from Eindhoven to Dortmund
Showing times and prices for 02 Jun
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
138 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eindhoven to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eindhoven to Dortmund will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Fast trains
To travel from Eindhoven to Dortmund you need to make at least 3 changes.
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10131 · ICE 84910:192h25Eindhoven station12:44Dortmund Hbf£221One-way3 changes- IC 3549 · 20087 · 10151 · ICE 64315:192h24Eindhoven station17:43Dortmund Hbf£221One-way3 changes
- IC 3553 · 20089 · 10155 · ICE 94516:192h25Eindhoven station18:44Dortmund Hbf£221One-way3 changes
- IC 3557 · 20091 · 10159 · ICE 64517:192h24Eindhoven station19:43Dortmund Hbf£221One-way3 changes
- IC 2913 · 20069 · 10115 · ICE 8456:022h42Eindhoven station8:44Dortmund Hbf£221One-way3 changes
- IC 3549 · 20087 · 10151 · ICE 64315:192h24Eindhoven station17:43Dortmund Hbf£221One-way3 changes
- IC 3557 · 20091 · 10159 · ICE 64517:192h24Eindhoven station19:43Dortmund Hbf£221One-way3 changes
- IC 3529 · 20077 · 10131 · ICE 84910:192h25Eindhoven station12:44Dortmund Hbf£221One-way3 changes
- IC 3553 · 20089 · 10155 · ICE 94516:192h25Eindhoven station18:44Dortmund Hbf£221One-way3 changes
- IC 2725 · 20075 · 10127 · ICE 5479:022h41Eindhoven station11:43Dortmund Hbf£291One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Eindhoven to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eindhoven to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 138 km
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Live departures
Eindhoven to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Eindhoven to Dortmund trains for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 2913 · 20069 · 10115 · ICE 845 | On time 6:02 Eindhoven station | 2h42 | 8:44 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 2913 · 20069 · ICE 1545 | On time 6:02 Eindhoven station | 3h07 | 9:09 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2916 · ICE 121 · 31250 | 6:04 Eindhoven station | 3h22 | 9:26 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2917 · 20071 · 26811 | 7:02 Eindhoven station | 3h12 | 10:14 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2917 · 20071 · 10119 · ICE 545 | On time 7:02 Eindhoven station | 2h41 | 9:43 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 2921 · 20073 · ICE 1547 | On time 8:02 Eindhoven station | 3h07 | 11:09 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2921 · 20073 · 10123 · ICE 847 | On time 8:02 Eindhoven station | 2h42 | 10:44 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 2725 · 20075 · 26815 | 9:02 Eindhoven station | 3h12 | 12:14 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2725 · 20075 · 10127 · ICE 547 | On time 9:02 Eindhoven station | 2h41 | 11:43 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 2729 · 20077 · 26817 | 10:02 Eindhoven station | 3h12 | 13:14 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2729 · 20077 · 10131 · ICE 849 | On time 10:02 Eindhoven station | 2h42 | 12:44 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 2733 · 20079 · 10135 · ICE 549 | On time 11:02 Eindhoven station | 2h41 | 13:43 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 2733 · 20079 · 26819 | 11:02 Eindhoven station | 3h12 | 14:14 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2737 · 20081 · ICE 1549 | On time 12:02 Eindhoven station | 3h06 | 15:08 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2737 · 20081 · 10139 · ICE 941 | On time 12:02 Eindhoven station | 2h42 | 14:44 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 2741 · 20083 · 10143 · ICE 641 | On time 13:02 Eindhoven station | 2h41 | 15:43 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 2741 · 20083 · 26823 | 13:02 Eindhoven station | 3h12 | 16:14 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2745 · 20085 · 26825 | 14:02 Eindhoven station | 3h12 | 17:14 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2745 · 20085 · 10147 · ICE 943 | On time 14:02 Eindhoven station | 2h42 | 16:44 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
| Tuesday 2 June | |||||
| IC 2987 · 20065 · 26805 | 0:32 Eindhoven station | 6h42 | 7:14 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2987 · 20065 · 10107 · ICE 843 | On time 0:32 Eindhoven station | 6h12 | 6:44 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Deutsche Bahn as well as VIAS Rail GmbH or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) offer trains services from Eindhoven to Dortmund.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eindhoven to Dortmund
Netherlands
Germany
Trains from Eindhoven to Dortmund run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 2h 21m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:37 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Eindhoven to Dortmund trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Eindhoven and Dortmund from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 21m
Cheapest Price
£19
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
VIAS Rail GmbH
About
VIAS Rail GmbH is a German rail service company based in Frankfurt, operating passenger rail services in the states of Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate, and North Rhine-Westphalia. The name \VIAS\" is derived from the Latin word \"via\" (way) and \"S\" for service. VIAS Rail GmbH operates numerous regional train lines, including services on the Odenwald Railway network and lines in the Rhein-Main Gebiet. They utilize various train types, such as Bombardier Itino and Stadler FLIRT vehicles. The company is a subsidiary of the RATH Group."
Luggage & cancellation policy
VIAS Rail GmbH frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 49m
Cheapest Price
£52
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Eindhoven to Dortmund train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eindhoven 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Eindhoven to Dortmund can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £38.
The train journey from Eindhoven to Dortmund covers a distance of 138 km and takes approximately 2h 21m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Eindhoven to Dortmund is 138 km.
The first train from Eindhoven to Dortmund leaves at 0:04.
The last train from Eindhoven to Dortmund departs at 23:37.
Trains from Eindhoven to Dortmund run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Eindhoven to Dortmund.
To get from Eindhoven to Dortmund, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Eindhoven to Dortmund.
The train station in Eindhoven that goes to Dortmund is Eindhoven station, and it arrives at Dortmund Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Eindhoven to Dortmund is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Eindhoven to Dortmund in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Eindhoven to Dortmund is not particularly known for its scenic views. It primarily travels through urban and industrial areas, with occasional glimpses of the Dutch and German countryside.
A day trip from Eindhoven to Dortmund is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 21m. However, there are 9 trains per day covering the 138 km.
In Dortmund, explore the vibrant Kreuzviertel district with its trendy cafes and boutiques. Attend concerts at Westfalenhallen or delve into industrial heritage at the Zollern Colliery. Enjoy a stroll along Phoenix See, visit the serene Botanischer Garten Rombergpark, and discover top sights like Westfalenpark, the cultural Dortmund U-Tower, and Signal Iduna Park. Families can enjoy the Dortmund Zoo, and football fans will appreciate the German Football Museum.
Two to three days in Dortmund is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions such as the Dortmund U-Tower, Westfalenpark, and the German Football Museum, along with enjoying its vibrant shopping streets and local cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Eindhoven to Dortmund.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Eindhoven and Dortmund
Eindhoven
Dortmund
The major train station for departures in Eindhoven is Eindhoven. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Eindhoven for your trip from Eindhoven to Dortmund.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vestdijk.
Dining
- Restaurant The Happiness Café
- De Vooruitgang
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €0.70
Hotel
- NH Collection Eindhoven Centre
- Pullman Eindhoven Cocagne
- The Student Hotel Eindhoven
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 4800 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
Public transport options for Eindhoven
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and regional services
Eindhoven Strijp-S
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmNumber of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Beukenlaan.
Dining
- MOOD Strijp S
- Radio Royaal
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- €0.50
Hotel
- Blue Collar Hotel
- Inntel Hotels Art Eindhoven
- Hotel the Match
Bike Parking
- 64 places, covered
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for local and regional trains
Public transport options for Eindhoven Strijp-S
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to Eindhoven Central
The major train station for arrivals in Dortmund is Dortmund Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dortmund Hbf for your journey to Dortmund from Eindhoven.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Dining
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
Hotel
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
Dortmund-Oespel
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- Oespeler Deele da Gian
- Olympia Grill
- Casa del Gusto
- Wiacker Gartencafé
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Strobels
- Rosenterassen
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