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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 The Hague to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from The Hague to Dortmund will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
To travel from The Hague to Dortmund you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 1139 · IC 3537 · 20081 · 10139
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IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077 · 10131
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IC 527 · ICE 225 · 31254
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IC 1729 · 20263
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IC 1733 · 20265
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IC 527 · ICE 225 · 31254
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IC 535 · ICE 123 · 31258
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IC 543 · ICE 125 · 31262
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IC 1737 · IC 3235 · 26819+
20021
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IC 1745 · IC 3243 · 26823+
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Trains from The Hague to Dortmund run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 227 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 227 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:25 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from The Hague to Dortmund.
The table below shows live departures for The Hague to Dortmund trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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IC 527 · ICE 225 · 31254 | 8:10 The Hague Centraal | 3h18 | 11:28 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 6033 · IC 3031 · 26817+ 20019 | 8:46 The Hague Centraal | 4h28 | 13:14 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 535 · ICE 123 · 31258 | 10:10 The Hague Centraal | 3h18 | 13:28 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 1739 · IC 3039 · 26821+ 20023 | 10:55 The Hague Centraal | 4h19 | 15:14 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 1741 · 20269 | 11:25 The Hague Centraal | 4h41 | 16:06 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 543 · ICE 125 · 31262 | 12:10 The Hague Centraal | 3h18 | 15:28 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 1745 · 20271 | 12:25 The Hague Centraal | 4h41 | 17:06 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1745 · IC 3145 · 32250 · 20085 | On time 12:25 The Hague Centraal | 4h19 | 16:44 Dortmund Hbf | 5 changes | |
IC 547 · IC 3047 · 26825+ 20027 | 13:10 The Hague Centraal | 4h04 | 17:14 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 1749 · 20273 | 13:25 The Hague Centraal | 4h41 | 18:06 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 551 · ICE 127 · 31266 | 14:10 The Hague Centraal | 3h18 | 17:28 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from The Hague 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.

Most The Hague to Dortmund trains use the Den Haag Centraal to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund-Scharnhorst. Use this guide to compare The Hague and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Den Haag Centraal is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Centraal 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 Pavlov, The Penthouse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Centraal: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Park Centraal Den Haag, Holiday Inn Express The Hague - Parliament, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
Den Haag Hs is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Hs has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Basaal, The Penthouse Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Hs. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Hs. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Haag Hs: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Haag Hs: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Hs: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Den Haag Central, The Student Hotel The Hague, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
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-Scharnhorst is 5 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Scharnhorst 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: S&E Café, S&E Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst.
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park 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: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
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