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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Munich
Cheapest price
€100
Average price
€129
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
6 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Munich will cost around €129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €100.
Of the 5 trains that leave Dortmund for Munich on Mon, Dec 01, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct trains cover the 477 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest trains will take 6 h 29 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dortmund to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €165.
Distance: 477 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€135 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €245 Average price |
6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 35m Average total duration 10h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dortmund to Munich train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Munich trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE 89710 · ICE 621 | Delayed 7:07 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h59 | 1:18 PM 1:18 PMMunich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 26410 · RE 17409 · ICE 621 | Delayed 7:09 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h57 | 1:18 PM 1:18 PMMunich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RE 26709 · ICE 535 | On time 7:39 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h00 | 1:39 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 515 | On time 7:41 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h45 | 1:26 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 26810 · ICE 13 · ICE 573 · ICE 565 | On time 7:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h04 | 1:49 PM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Munich
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Trains from Dortmund to Munich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 477 km distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 477 km |
Average train duration 6h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Dortmund to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Dortmund and Munich from €22. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Dortmund to Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Munich 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 Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Dortmund, you have various train station options to start your route from including Dortmund Hbf, Dortmund Signal-Iduna-Park station and Dortmund-Aplerbeck station. When arriving in Munich, you can end your route in train stations like Munich Hbf, Munich Airport Terminal station and Munich Ost.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Dortmund Hbf, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Munich Hbf, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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Popular train stations from Dortmund to Munich
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Lockers
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Taxis
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WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
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- Grill Palace
- Gathi's Pizza & Döner
- Onur Grill
- Café Aufbruch
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Westermanns Deli
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Ringhotel Drees
- La Villa am Kaiserbrunnen
- Hotel Neuhaus
- Cityhotel Dortmund
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- Rosenterassen
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Pizzeria Don Camillo
- Restaurant Nette's
- Mithus Pizzeria
- Tomato Grill & Pizzeria
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- Peking Garden
- Piccola Enzo
- Restaurant Symbol
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- La Gazzetta
- Pizzeria Solino
- Food fakultät
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
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- ÖEins
- Mehfil
- Wirtshaus Valley’s
- Carmen
- K+k Hotel
- Hotel Ambassador
- Rivoli Ambience
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- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Burger King
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Hotel Domus
- Hotel Mercure München Altstadt
- Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Tassilogarten
- Speiserei Volksbad
- Mitani
- Novotel München City
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
- Orexi Taverna
- Guenstigwohnen24.de
- Jagdschloss Residenz
- Hotel Miano
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