1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£50
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 11 m
Trains on 17 Sept
27
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Utrecht to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Utrecht to Dortmund will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Utrecht to Dortmund you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 60403 · ICE 24
IC 3561 · 20093 · 10163 · ICE 947
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10131 · ICE 849
IC 3537 · 20081 · 10139 · ICE 941
ICE 225 · 31254
ICE 125 · 31262 · 26821
ICE 129 · 31270 · 26829
ICE 221 · 31274 · 26833
ICE 225 · 31254 · 26813
ICE 123 · 31258 · 26817Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 173 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Utrecht to Dortmund:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Dortmund costing on average £36.
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 18m.
Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.67. The journey takes 2h 39m versus 2h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Utrecht to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 3223 · 89715+ 20015 | 8:04 Utrecht Centraal | 2h50 | 10:54 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 225 · 31254 | On time 9:02 Utrecht Centraal | 2h24 | 11:26 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 225 · 31254 · 26813 | On time 9:02 Utrecht Centraal | 2h13 | 11:15 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3227 · 89717+ 20017 | 9:06 Utrecht Centraal | 2h48 | 11:54 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 1729 · 20263 | 9:07 Utrecht Centraal | 3h59 | 13:06 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10131 · ICE 849 | On time 9:24 Utrecht Centraal | 3h22 | 12:46 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 3231 · 89719+ 20019 | 10:04 Utrecht Centraal | 2h50 | 12:54 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 123 · 31258 · 26817 | On time 11:02 Utrecht Centraal | 2h13 | 13:15 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 123 · 31258 | On time 11:02 Utrecht Centraal | 2h24 | 13:26 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3235 · 89721+ 20021 | 11:06 Utrecht Centraal | 2h48 | 13:54 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 1737 · 20267 | 11:07 Utrecht Centraal | 3h59 | 15:06 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3537 · 20081 · 10139 · ICE 941 | On time 11:24 Utrecht Centraal | 3h22 | 14:46 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 3239 · 89723+ 20023 | 12:04 Utrecht Centraal | 2h50 | 14:54 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 125 · 31262 | On time 13:04 Utrecht Centraal | 2h22 | 15:26 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 125 · 31262 · 26821 | On time 13:04 Utrecht Centraal | 2h10 | 15:14 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 129 · 31270 | On time 17:04 Utrecht Centraal | 2h22 | 19:26 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 129 · 31270 · 26829 | On time 17:04 Utrecht Centraal | 2h10 | 19:14 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3259 · 89733+ 20033 | 17:07 Utrecht Centraal | 2h47 | 19:54 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3561 · 20093 · 10163 · ICE 947 | On time 17:24 Utrecht Centraal | 3h20 | 20:44 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 3263 · 89735+ 20035 | 18:04 Utrecht Centraal | 2h50 | 20:54 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 221 · 31274 · 26833 | 19:04 Utrecht Centraal | 2h11 | 21:15 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 221 · 31274 | 19:04 Utrecht Centraal | 2h22 | 21:26 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1769 · 20283 | 19:07 Utrecht Centraal | 3h59 | 23:06 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3267 · 89737+ 20037 | 19:07 Utrecht Centraal | 2h47 | 21:54 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 3071 · 89739+ 20039 | 19:54 Utrecht Centraal | 3h01 | 22:55 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 60403 · ICE 24 | On time 21:32 Utrecht Centraal | 2h19 | 23:51 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 3079 · 89743+ 20043 | 21:54 Utrecht Centraal | 3h01 | 0:55 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Utrecht to Dortmund run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:37 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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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 Utrecht 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 Utrecht to Dortmund trains use the Utrecht Centraal to Dortmund Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Utrecht and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Utrecht 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 De Rechtbank, Humphrey's Utrecht
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Utrecht Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Utrecht Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Centraal: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Utrecht, NH Utrecht, Park Plaza Utrecht.
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.
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