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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Dortmund
Cheapest price
£377
Average price
£390
Fastest journey
9 h 58 m
Average duration
11 h 36 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
692 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Dortmund will cost around £390 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £377.
To travel from Manchester to Dortmund you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:5510h19Manchester16:14Dortmund£3771One-way4 changes- 8:3511h39Manchester20:14Dortmund£3771One-way4 changes
- 15:3518h39Manchester10:14Dortmund£3771One-way4 changes
- 22:1515h59Manchester14:14Dortmund£3771One-way4 changes
- 10:3510h06Manchester20:41Dortmund£4061One-way2 changes
- 12:359h58Manchester22:33Dortmund£4241One-way2 changes
- 10:3510h06Manchester20:41Dortmund£4061One-way2 changes
- 5:5510h19Manchester16:14Dortmund£3771One-way4 changes
- 8:3511h39Manchester20:14Dortmund£3771One-way4 changes
- 22:1515h59Manchester14:14Dortmund£3771One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £55. 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 £55, and a train costs an average of £377.
Distance: 692 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£391 Average Price | £86 Average Price Cheapest | £105 Average Price |
12h 57m Average total duration 12h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 10m Average total duration 20h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Dortmund trains for today, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:15 Manchester | 15h59 | 14:14 Dortmund | 4 changes | |
| Tuesday 26 May | |||||
| 5:55 Manchester | 10h19 | 16:14 Dortmund | 4 changes | |
| 8:35 Manchester | 11h39 | 20:14 Dortmund | 4 changes | |
| 10:35 Manchester | 10h06 | 20:41 Dortmund | 2 changes | |
| 12:35 Manchester | 9h58 | 22:33 Dortmund | 2 changes | |
| 15:35 Manchester | 18h39 | 10:14 Dortmund | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Dortmund
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Trains from Manchester to Dortmund run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £377 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 16:27. The fastest train covers the 692 km distance in 9h 58m.
Distance 692 km |
Average train duration 12h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £377 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 58m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 16:27 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Dortmund trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Dortmund from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Dortmund train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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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- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
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