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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kiel to Dortmund
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
4 h 9 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
360 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kiel to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kiel to Dortmund will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Kiel for Dortmund every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 360 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 44 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.
06:234h09
Kiel10:32Dortmund
£341One-way
0 changes
19:235h44
Kiel01:07Dortmund
£341One-way
0 changes
08:234h36
Kiel12:59Dortmund
£521One-way
0 changes
04:234h09
Kiel08:32Dortmund
£631One-way
0 changes
05:354h36
Kiel10:11Dortmund
£701One-way
0 changes
04:234h09
Kiel08:32Dortmund
£631One-way
0 changes
06:234h09
Kiel10:32Dortmund
£341One-way
0 changes
08:234h36
Kiel12:59Dortmund
£521One-way
0 changes
05:354h36
Kiel10:11Dortmund
£701One-way
0 changes
19:235h44
Kiel01:07Dortmund
£341One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kiel to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kiel to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £149.
Distance: 360 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£72 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £153 Average Price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kiel to Dortmund train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:42
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:23 Kiel | 4h09 | 08:32 Dortmund | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:02 Kiel | 5h03 | 11:05 Dortmund | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:23 Kiel | 4h09 | 10:32 Dortmund | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:23 Kiel | 4h42 | 13:05 Dortmund | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:52 Kiel | 4h40 | 13:32 Dortmund | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kiel to Dortmund
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Trains from Kiel to Dortmund run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
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 £14
Distance 360 km |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:05 |
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 £14
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Kiel to Dortmund trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Kiel and Dortmund from £14. 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
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
£22
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 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
FAQs: Kiel to Dortmund train
FAQs: Travel by train from Kiel to Dortmund easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kiel to Dortmund.
Booking trains from Kiel to Dortmund in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Kiel to Dortmund is 360 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Kiel to Dortmund can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £72.
Yes, there is a direct train between Kiel and Dortmund. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Dortmund is by coach, costing approximately £14.
The train journey from Kiel to Dortmund covers a distance of 360 km and takes approximately 3h 55m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Kiel that goes to Dortmund is Kiel Hbf, and it arrives at Dortmund Hbf.
The first train from Kiel to Dortmund leaves at 0:05.
Yes, you can take the train from Kiel to Dortmund.
The last train from Kiel to Dortmund departs at 23:05.
To get from Kiel to Dortmund, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Trains from Kiel to Dortmund run approximately 4 times per day.
There is no night train service from Kiel to Dortmund.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kiel and Dortmund
Kiel
Dortmund
The major train station for departures in Kiel is Kiel Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kiel Hbf for your trip from Kiel to Dortmund.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Saturday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Sunday: 06:45 - 20:00
Dining
- MUM&DAD
- Lunatique
- McDonald's
- Campus Suite
Hotel
- Hotel Wiking
- Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel
- Astor
- InterCityHotel Kiel
Kiel, Hbf Kaistraße
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Kaistraße.
Dining
- Restaurant Pier 16
- Vapiano Kiel
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- IntercityHotel Kiel
- Atlantic Hotel Kiel
- Hotel Berliner Hof
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Hall 3: ferry connections
Public transport options for Kiel, Hbf Kaistraße
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: SFK Fjord Ferry connections
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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 Kiel.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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
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