The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Dortmund
Cheapest price
£392
Average price
£397
Fastest journey
10 h 33 m
Average duration
12 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
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 £397 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £392.
To travel from Liverpool to Dortmund you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:2510h49Liverpool16:14Dortmund£3921One-way4 changes
8:0712h07Liverpool20:14Dortmund£3921One-way4 changes
14:4319h31Liverpool10:14Dortmund£3921One-way4 changes
20:5117h23Liverpool14:14Dortmund£3921One-way4 changes
10:0810h33Liverpool20:41Dortmund£4211One-way2 changes
10:0810h33Liverpool20:41Dortmund£4211One-way2 changes
5:2510h49Liverpool16:14Dortmund£3921One-way4 changes
11:4310h50Liverpool22:33Dortmund£4391One-way2 changes
8:0712h07Liverpool20:14Dortmund£3921One-way4 changes
20:5117h23Liverpool14:14Dortmund£3921One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £65. 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 £65, and a train costs an average of £403.
Distance: 738 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£403 Average Price | £75 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, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:25 Liverpool | 10h49 | 16:14 Dortmund | 4 changes | |
![]() | 8:07 Liverpool | 12h07 | 20:14 Dortmund | 4 changes | |
![]() | 10:08 Liverpool | 10h33 | 20:41 Dortmund | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:43 Liverpool | 10h50 | 22:33 Dortmund | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:43 Liverpool | 19h31 | 10:14 Dortmund | 4 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool to Dortmund by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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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 £403 but you can travel from only £65 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 £403 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 49m |
First train 9:43 |
Last train 12:04 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Liverpool to Dortmund trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool and Dortmund from £65. 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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