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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. 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 £25, while a flight costs an average of £423.
Distance: 215 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price | £423 Average Price | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Dortmund to Antwerp, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Antwerp:
A coach is £41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Antwerp costing on average £65.
A coach is £398 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Antwerp costing on average £423.
Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 25m.
Coach takes on average 5h 44m.
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £9. The journey takes 5h 14m versus 3h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Antwerp from Dortmund by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Dortmund to Antwerp is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Antwerp are Brussels, Ghent, Bruges, Mechelen and Leuven. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Antwerp on Omio.
Brussels mixes stately squares and Art Nouveau buildings with a relaxed café culture and multilingual character. Known as Belgium’s capital and a hub of European politics, it is also closely associated with waffles, chocolate and comic art.
Ghent is known for its canals, medieval centre and lively student atmosphere. Historic quays, Gravensteen and Saint Bavo's Cathedral give the city a cultured yet relaxed character.
Bruges is known for its canals, cobbled streets and well-preserved medieval centre. Gothic buildings, Flemish art and a slower pace give the city a calm, historic character.
Mechelen is a compact Flemish city known for St Rumbold's Tower, handsome squares and canals. Its Burgundian past, historic churches and relaxed café culture give it a cultured but easy-going character.
Leuven is known for its historic university, brewing heritage and energetic student life. Its Gothic centre, led by the Grote Markt and Town Hall, feels grand yet easy-going.
Travel to Antwerp easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dortmund to Antwerp.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Antwerp:
A coach is £41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Antwerp costing on average £65.
A coach is £398 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Antwerp costing on average £423.
Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 25m.
Coach takes on average 5h 44m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Antwerp as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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