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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Dortmund
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
327 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Dortmund will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Stuttgart 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 327 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 29 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.
06:515h08
Stuttgart11:59Dortmund
£601One-way
0 changes
06:345h25
Stuttgart11:59Dortmund
£651One-way
0 changes
04:503h31
Stuttgart08:21Dortmund
£831One-way
0 changes
06:055h40
Stuttgart11:45Dortmund
£1051One-way
0 changes
07:514h30
Stuttgart12:21Dortmund
£1101One-way
0 changes
04:503h31
Stuttgart08:21Dortmund
£831One-way
0 changes
07:514h30
Stuttgart12:21Dortmund
£1101One-way
0 changes
06:515h08
Stuttgart11:59Dortmund
£601One-way
0 changes
06:345h25
Stuttgart11:59Dortmund
£651One-way
0 changes
13:525h29
Stuttgart19:21Dortmund
£1321One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stuttgart to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 49m. 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 £13, and a flight costs an average of £246.
Distance: 327 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £363 Average Price |
7h 19m Average total duration Fastest 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 57m Average total duration 10h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg 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
Stuttgart to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Dortmund trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 01:42
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1012 | On time 07:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h21 | 10:47 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 692+ 15110+33089 | On time 07:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h10 | 12:59 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 692 · ICE 202 | On time 07:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 11:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 612 · ICE 374 · IC 2320 | On time 08:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h21 | 14:10 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 612 | 08:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h28 | 12:17 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1010 | On time 09:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h22 | 12:48 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 690 · ICE 200 | On time 09:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 13:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 690+15112+33091 | On time 09:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h10 | 14:59 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 770 · ICE 848 | On time 10:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h47 | 16:10 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 610 · IC 2405 · 26825 | 10:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h25 | 16:14 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 610 | 10:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h29 | 14:18 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 918 | On time 11:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h21 | 14:47 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 598+15114+33093 | 11:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h10 | 16:59 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 598 · ICE 108 | On time 11:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 15:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 518 · ICE 370 · IC 2226 | On time 12:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h21 | 18:10 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 518 | On time 12:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 16:21 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 916 | On time 13:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h21 | 16:47 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 596 · ICE 106 | On time 13:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 17:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 596+15116+33095 | 13:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h10 | 18:59 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 218 | 13:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h07 | 17:58 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 516 · IC 2041 | On time 14:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h49 | 19:38 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 516 | On time 14:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h27 | 18:16 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 224 · 26831 | On time 15:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h48 | 19:14 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 594 · ICE 104 | On time 15:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 19:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 594+15118+33097 | On time 15:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h10 | 20:59 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 514 · IC 2349 | On time 16:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h51 | 21:40 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 514 | On time 16:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 20:21 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 912 | On time 17:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h22 | 20:48 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 592 · ICE 102 · ICE 528 | On time 17:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h38 | 21:27 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 512 | On time 18:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h41 | 22:30 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 512 · ICE 526 | On time 18:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h38 | 22:27 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1090 · IC 2347 · 26841 | On time 18:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h23 | 00:14 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 910 · 26839 | On time 19:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h48 | 23:14 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
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The best time to book your train from Stuttgart to Dortmund is 4 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Stuttgart to Dortmund route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Stuttgart to Dortmund per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Stuttgart to Dortmund.
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Advantages
Trip was mega pleasantStaff very friendlyDisadvantages
several wagons were not providedMy train journey from Dortmund to Stuttgart at the time was very pleasant. I was pleasantly surprised by the seats as they were very comfortable.
The staff were also very friendly as they answered my questions very well. The toilets that were available on the train were also very hygienic. The train was also on time and we travelled very fast, so we arrived in Stuttgart on time.
Advantages
Very comfortableDisadvantages
MonotonousBoringThe journey from Dortmund to Stuttgart with the ICE is very relaxed, a nice comfort, the seats were very comfortable and I had wifi as well as sockets at my seat, so I could run up my mobile phone all the time during the journey. The seats were all very clean and hygienic. Value for money was rather expensive as a flight would be much cheaper. The journey was very pleasant, it was a direct connection, I didn't have to change planes or anything like that. The service was also very nice, there was a food section on the train where you could buy food as well as drinks. The staff were also all very friendly and nice.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Dortmund
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Trains from Stuttgart to Dortmund run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 327 km distance in 3h 30m.
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 £13
Distance 327 km |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:58 |
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 £13
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Stuttgart to Dortmund trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Stuttgart and Dortmund from £13. 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 25m
Cheapest Price
£33
Deutsche Bahn frequency
11 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
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 6m
Cheapest Price
£33
FlixTrain frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Stuttgart to Dortmund train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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.
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.
The train journey from Stuttgart to Dortmund offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the rolling hills of the Swabian Alps, quaint villages, and the industrial landscapes of the Ruhr area.
Yes, there is a direct train between Stuttgart and Dortmund. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
The train distance from Stuttgart to Dortmund is 327 km.
A day trip from Stuttgart to Dortmund is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 30m and the distance is 327 km. However, there are 10 trains per day for this route.
To get from Stuttgart to Dortmund, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Dortmund covers a distance of 327 km and takes approximately 3h 30m. Trains run 10 per day.
The first train from Stuttgart to Dortmund leaves at 0:05.
The cost of a train ticket from Stuttgart to Dortmund can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £77.
The last train from Stuttgart to Dortmund departs at 23:58.
Trains from Stuttgart to Dortmund run approximately 10 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Dortmund is by coach, costing approximately £13.
There is no night train service from Stuttgart to Dortmund.
The train station in Stuttgart that goes to Dortmund is Stuttgart Hbf, and it arrives at Dortmund Hbf.
Yes, you can take the train from Stuttgart to Dortmund.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart and Dortmund
Stuttgart
Dortmund
The major train station for departures in Stuttgart is Stuttgart Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stuttgart Hbf for your trip from Stuttgart 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
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
Dining
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
Accessibility
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
Information Desk
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof)
Amenities at train station
Accessibilityinformation
Stuttgart Hbf (tief)
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
16Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Arnulf-Klett-Platz.
Dining
- Restaurant Amici
- Block House Stuttgart
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof
- Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
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 1-16 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 101-116
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
Public transport options for Stuttgart Hbf (tief)
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6
- U-Bahn: Lines U5, U6, U7, U12, U15
- Bus: Several lines available
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 Stuttgart.
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
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
Dortmund-Bövinghausen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
9 kmDining
- Griechisches Restaurant
- Pferdestall
- Rippchen-Braterei
- Lello II
Hotel
- Days Inn
- Haus Hoffmann
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