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Museum Ostwall im Dortmunder U
Major museum for 20th- and 21st-century art in the Dortmunder U, with changing exhibitions and city views from the upper floors.
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 £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 8 trains from Stuttgart to Dortmund, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 327 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 10 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.

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Trains from Stuttgart to Dortmund run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 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 8m.
Distance 327 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Stuttgart to Dortmund.
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Dortmund trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 694 · ICE 994 · 26714 | On time 6:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h30 | 12:19 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 694 · ICE 204 | On time 6:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 10:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 614 | 7:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 11:21 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 614 · IC 2049 | On time 7:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h32 | 12:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 692 · ICE 202 | On time 8:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 12:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 692 · ICE 992 · 26718 | On time 8:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h30 | 14:19 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 612 · IC 2047 | On time 9:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h32 | 14:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 612 | 9:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 13:21 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1010 | On time 10:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h22 | 13:48 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1010 · ICE 926 | On time 10:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h55 | 15:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 690 · ICE 200 | On time 10:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 14:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 690 · 33091+ 15112 | On time 10:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h10 | 15:59 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 610 | 11:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 15:21 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 610 · IC 2045 | On time 11:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h32 | 16:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 918 · ICE 228 | On time 12:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h55 | 17:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 918 | On time 12:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h21 | 15:47 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 598 · ICE 108 | On time 12:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 16:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 598 · 33093+ 15114 | On time 12:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h10 | 17:59 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 518 | On time 13:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 17:21 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 518 · ICE 2012 | On time 13:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h51 | 18:40 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 916 · ICE 28 | On time 14:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h55 | 19:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 916 | On time 14:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h21 | 17:47 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 596 · ICE 106 | On time 14:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 18:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 596 · 33095+ 15116 | On time 14:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h10 | 19:59 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 216 · ICE 12 · 26829 | 15:12 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h02 | 19:14 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 216 | 15:12 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h07 | 19:19 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 516 · IC 2041 | On time 15:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h32 | 20:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 516 | On time 15:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 19:21 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 16:14 Stuttgart | 12h06 | 4:20 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 16:14 Stuttgart | 12h06 | 4:20 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 224 · ICE 26 | 16:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h55 | 21:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 224 · 26831 | 16:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h48 | 20:14 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 594 · ICE 104 | On time 16:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 20:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 594 · 33097+ 15118 | On time 16:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h10 | 21:59 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 514 | On time 17:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 21:21 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 514 · IC 2349 | On time 17:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h32 | 22:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 912 · ICE 24 · ICE 512 | On time 18:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h55 | 23:21 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 912 | On time 18:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h22 | 21:48 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 592 · ICE 102 · 26837 | On time 18:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h25 | 23:14 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 512 | On time 19:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 23:21 Dortmund Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 512 · IC 2347 | On time 19:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h35 | 0:24 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 910 · ICE 22 | On time 20:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h59 | 1:25 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 910 · 26839 | On time 20:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h48 | 0:14 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 590 · ICE 100 | On time 20:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h49 | 0:38 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 510 · ICE 22 | On time 21:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h36 | 1:25 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
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Major museum for 20th- and 21st-century art in the Dortmunder U, with changing exhibitions and city views from the upper floors.
Interactive football museum beside the main station, covering German football history with media installations and trophies.
Museum at Zollern Colliery presenting Ruhr industrial history in a striking Art Nouveau machine hall and heritage complex.
Large urban lake with promenades, boat hire and skyline views; popular for walks, cycling and waterside relaxation.
Green park with themed gardens, mature trees and one of Germany’s notable botanical collections, ideal for a quiet stroll.
Central square framed by historic façades and busy streets, useful as a starting point for exploring the old city centre.
A dark, top-fermented beer from Dortmund, long tied to the city’s brewing heritage. It is smoother and less bitter than Pils, and a classic local drink.
A hearty potato stew from Westphalia, traditionally cooked with vegetables and sausage or bacon. It is valued as comforting regional home cooking.
A classic Westphalian dish of rye bread topped with ham, pickles and sometimes egg. It reflects the region’s rye bread and cured meat traditions.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving Dortmund classics, beer and hearty regional dishes in a lively, historic setting.
Established German restaurant known for generous regional cooking, seasonal dishes and a warm, traditional atmosphere.
Casual local venue popular for currywurst, schnitzel and Ruhrgebiet comfort food in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while public transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Most Stuttgart to Dortmund trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund Universität. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
Dortmund Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund Universität is 4 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Universität has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Shan's Küche, La Gazzetta, Pizzeria Solino, Food fakultät
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Universität. ATMs are available at Dortmund Universität.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Universität. Information desks are available at Dortmund Universität.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Universität. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Universität: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Universität: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Universität.
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