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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Antwerp
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€78
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Antwerp will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
Of the 9 trains that leave Dortmund for Antwerp on Tue, Aug 04, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 215 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 4 h 3 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.
9:15 AM3h51Dortmund1:06 PMAntwerp€501One-way0 transfers- 8:15 AM3h51Dortmund12:06 PMAntwerp€541One-way0 transfers
6:59 AM4h37Dortmund11:36 AMAntwerp€741One-way0 transfers- 7:15 AM3h51Dortmund11:06 AMAntwerp€771One-way0 transfers
- 6:07 AM4h09Dortmund10:16 AMAntwerp€771One-way0 transfers
- 7:15 AM3h51Dortmund11:06 AMAntwerp€771One-way0 transfers
- 9:15 AM3h51Dortmund1:06 PMAntwerp€501One-way0 transfers
- 8:15 AM3h51Dortmund12:06 PMAntwerp€541One-way0 transfers
- 8:14 AM3h52Dortmund12:06 PMAntwerp€951One-way0 transfers
- 10:13 AM4h03Dortmund2:16 PMAntwerp€911One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Dortmund to Antwerp
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €108.
Distance: 215 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€79 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €285 Average price |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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
Dortmund to Antwerp train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Antwerp trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26812 · ICE 16 · IC 4512 | 9:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h21 | 2:06 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
| 26816 · ICE 314 · IC 4514 | 11:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h21 | 4:06 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Dortmund to Antwerp by bus, train, or flight
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Eurostar, Train Charter Services, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to find the best option for your trip from Dortmund to Antwerp.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline, Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Eurostar, Train Charter Services, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to find the best option for your trip from Dortmund to Antwerp.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Dortmund to Antwerp.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Antwerp
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Trains from Dortmund to Antwerp run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:03, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 215 km distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 3:03 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Train Charter Services, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn from Dortmund to Antwerp trainsDeutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Train Charter Services, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn trains will get you between Dortmund and Antwerp from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Eurostar
Train Charter Services
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Eurobahn
FAQs: Trains from Dortmund to Antwerp
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Antwerp 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 Antwerp, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dortmund to Antwerp
Most Dortmund to Antwerp trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Antwerpen Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Antwerpen-Berchem. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Antwerp train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dortmund station do trains to Antwerp leave from?
Getting to Dortmund Hbf from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Getting to Dortmund Möllerbrücke from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Möllerbrücke is 1 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Möllerbrücke train station facilities and services
Dortmund Möllerbrücke 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 and drink
Food options include: Subway, Kleimann, Linus, Teheran
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. ATMs are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Information desks are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ringhotel Drees, Cityhotel Dortmund, Hotel Fürst garden, Hotel Unique Novum.
Getting to Dortmund Stadthaus from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Stadthaus train station facilities and services
Dortmund Stadthaus 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 and drink
Food options include: Westermanns Deli, Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. ATMs are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Information desks are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ringhotel Drees, La Villa am Kaiserbrunnen, Hotel Neuhaus, Cityhotel Dortmund.
Which Antwerp station do trains from Dortmund arrive at?
Getting to Antwerpen Centraal from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen Centraal train station facilities and services
Antwerpen Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
Getting to Antwerpen-Berchem from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen-Berchem is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Berchem train station facilities and services
Antwerpen-Berchem 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 and drink
Food options include: Wagamama, Brasserie Dikke Mee
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem, Tulip Inn Antwerpen, Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station.
Getting to Antwerpen-Zuid from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen-Zuid is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Zuid train station facilities and services
Antwerpen-Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Zuidcafé, Restaurant Het Gerecht
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include B&B HOTEL Antwerpen Zuid, Hotel Rubenshof, Hotel Pilar.
Most popular train connections from Dortmund
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