The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Antwerp
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €30
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €69
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 4 h 1 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 4 h 12 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 27
- 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 €69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
It's difficult to get from Dortmund to Antwerp without transferring at least once.
ICE 23 · ICE 3124:35 AM 4h23 Dortmund Hbf 8:58 AM Antwerp-Central €30 1 One-way 1 transfer
ICE 921 · ICE 3121:44 AM 7h14 Dortmund Hbf 8:58 AM Antwerp-Central €40 1 One-way 1 transfer
ICE 550 · ICE 31212:33 AM 8h25 Dortmund Hbf 8:58 AM Antwerp-Central €48 1 One-way 1 transfer
ICE 921 · ICE 18 · IC 45081:44 AM 8h23 Dortmund Hbf 10:07 AM Antwerp-Central €54 1 One-way 2 transfers
26848 · ICE 3122:45 AM 6h13 Dortmund Hbf 8:58 AM Antwerp-Central €56 1 One-way 1 transfer
ICE 646 · 10114 · 20068 · IC 35368:15 AM 4h01 Dortmund Hbf 12:16 PM Antwerp-Central €79 1 One-way 5 transfers
ICE 913 · 10106 · 20064 · IC 35286:10 AM 4h06 Dortmund Hbf 10:16 AM Antwerp-Central €81 1 One-way 5 transfers
9414+
20075:15 AM 4h16 Dortmund Hbf 9:31 AM Antwerp-Berchem €81 1 One-way 1 transfer
9426+
20097:15 AM 4h16 Dortmund Hbf 11:31 AM Antwerp-Berchem €91 1 One-way 1 transfer
9414+
20075:15 AM 4h21 Dortmund Hbf 9:36 AM Antwerp-Central €81 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Antwerp
Trains from Dortmund to Antwerp run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:03, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 215 km distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 3:03 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Dortmund to Antwerp train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Antwerp trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
89872 · IC 3629 · R 2583+ 20012 | 8:03 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h07 | 1:10 PM Antwerp-Central | 3 transfers | |
9438+ 3112 | 8:59 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h55 | 1:54 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
9438+ 3112 | 8:59 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h51 | 1:50 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
89874 · IC 3633 · R 2584+ 20014 | 9:03 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h07 | 2:10 PM Antwerp-Central | 3 transfers | |
26812 · ICE 16 · IC 535 · IC 2634 | 9:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h26 | 2:11 PM Antwerp-Central | 3 transfers | |
26812 · ICE 16 · IC 3312 | 9:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h36 | 2:21 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
89876 · IC 3637 · R 2585+ 20016 | 10:03 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h07 | 3:10 PM Antwerp-Central | 3 transfers | |
9450+ 3114 | 10:56 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h58 | 3:54 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
9450+ 3114 | 10:56 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h54 | 3:50 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
89878 · IC 3641 · R 2586+ 20018 | 11:03 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h07 | 4:10 PM Antwerp-Central | 3 transfers | |
26816 · ICE 314 · IC 3314 | 11:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h36 | 4:21 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
26816 · ICE 314 · IC 537 · IC 2636 | 11:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h26 | 4:11 PM Antwerp-Central | 3 transfers | |
26818 · ICE 310 | On time 12:45 PM Dortmund Hbf | 4h12 | 4:57 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
89882 · IC 3649 · R 2588+ 20022 | 1:03 PM Dortmund Hbf | 5h07 | 6:10 PM Antwerp-Central | 3 transfers | |
26820 · ICE 14 · IC 539 · IC 2638 | 1:45 PM Dortmund Hbf | 4h26 | 6:11 PM Antwerp-Central | 3 transfers | |
26820 · ICE 14 · IC 3316 | 1:45 PM Dortmund Hbf | 4h36 | 6:21 PM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
ICE 550 · ICE 18 · IC 4508 | 12:33 AM Dortmund Hbf | 9h34 | 10:07 AM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
ICE 550 · ICE 312 | On time 12:33 AM Dortmund Hbf | 8h25 | 8:58 AM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
26844 · ICE 18 · IC 4508 | 12:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 9h22 | 10:07 AM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
26844 · ICE 312 | On time 12:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 8h13 | 8:58 AM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
26848 · ICE 312 | On time 2:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h13 | 8:58 AM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
26848 · ICE 18 · IC 4508 | 2:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 7h22 | 10:07 AM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
26848 · S8 · 20060 · IC 3520 | 2:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h31 | 8:16 AM Antwerp-Central | 5 transfers | |
26848 · S8 · 20060 · IC 3520 | 2:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h31 | 8:16 AM Antwerp-Central | 5 transfers | |
26800 · ICE 18 · IC 4508 | 3:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h22 | 10:07 AM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
26800 · ICE 312 | On time 3:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h13 | 8:58 AM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
ICE 23 · ICE 312 | On time 4:35 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h23 | 8:58 AM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
26802 · 20062 · IC 3524 · IC 1122 | 4:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h31 | 9:16 AM Antwerp-Central | 4 transfers | |
9414+ 2007 | 5:15 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h16 | 9:31 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9414+ 2007 | 5:15 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h21 | 9:36 AM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
26804 · ICE 18 · IC 4508 | 5:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h22 | 10:07 AM Antwerp-Central | 2 transfers | |
ICE 913 · 10106 · 20064 · IC 3528 | On time 6:10 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h06 | 10:16 AM Antwerp-Central | 5 transfers | |
9426+ 2009 | 7:15 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h16 | 11:31 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9426+ 2009 | 7:15 AM Dortmund Hbf | 4h21 | 11:36 AM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
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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
VIAS Rail GmbH
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Dortmund and Antwerp
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
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.
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.
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