The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Dortmund
Cheapest price
£406
Average price
£406
Fastest journey
10 h 52 m
Average duration
11 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
738 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Dortmund will cost around £406 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £406.
To travel from Liverpool to Dortmund you need to make at least 2 changes.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £411.
Distance: 738 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£411 Average Price | £104 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 35m Average total duration Fastest 11h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 18m Average total duration 19h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Liverpool to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:43 Liverpool | 11h10 | 20:53 Dortmund | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:04 Liverpool | 10h52 | 22:56 Dortmund | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool to Dortmund by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Dortmund
Trains from Liverpool to Dortmund run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £411 but you can travel from only £52 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 09:43, the last at 12:04. The fastest train covers the 738 km distance in 10h 49m.
Distance 738 km |
Average train duration 11h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £411 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 49m |
First train 09:43 |
Last train 12:04 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Liverpool to Dortmund trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool and Dortmund from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool to Dortmund train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

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