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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Munich
Cheapest price on Aug 29
€50
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€86
Fastest journey on Aug 29
5 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
5 h 41 m
Trains on Aug 29
44
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 €86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 44 trains from Dortmund to Munich, including 11 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 477 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 39 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 5 h 43 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.
IC 2157 · ICE 6834:42 PM6h28Dortmund Hbf11:10 PMMunich Hbf€501One-way1 transfer- 26729 · ICE 6856:39 PM6h51Dortmund Hbf1:30 AMMunich Hbf€501One-way1 transfer
- ICE 5233:58 AM6h14Dortmund Hbf10:12 AMMunich Hbf€501One-way0 transfers
- ICE 921 · ICE 8271:44 AM6h39Dortmund Hbf8:23 AMMunich Hbf€501One-way1 transfer
- ICE 5255:02 AM6h10Dortmund Hbf11:12 AMMunich Hbf€501One-way0 transfers
- IC 2348 · ICE 101 · ICE 5915:36 AM5h39Dortmund Hbf11:15 AMMunich Hbf€661One-way2 transfers
- ICE 109 · ICE 25891:32 PM5h40Dortmund Hbf7:12 PMMunich Hbf€1161One-way1 transfer
- ICE 105 · ICE 25859:32 AM5h42Dortmund Hbf3:14 PMMunich Hbf€1501One-way1 transfer
- ICE 201 · ICE 25913:32 PM5h43Dortmund Hbf9:15 PMMunich Hbf€1501One-way1 transfer
- ICE 103 · ICE 5937:32 AM5h43Dortmund Hbf1:15 PMMunich Hbf€1001One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight 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 an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, while a flight costs an average of €133.
Distance: 477 km
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€90 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €133 Average price |
6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 619 | 10:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 7h27 | 6:03 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
| ICE 1541 · 16303 · ICE 1501 | On time 12:46 AM Dortmund Hbf | 8h55 | 9:41 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 921 · ICE 827 | On time 1:44 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h39 | 8:23 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S1 · S6 · 26848 · ICE 521 | On time 1:53 AM Dortmund Hbf | 7h20 | 9:13 AM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 523 | 3:58 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h14 | 10:12 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 525 | 5:02 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h10 | 11:12 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 913 | On time 5:11 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h29 | 11:40 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 101 · ICE 591 | On time 5:15 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h00 | 11:15 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 101 · 17403 · ICE 525 | 5:15 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h57 | 11:12 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2348 · ICE 101 · ICE 591 | On time 5:36 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h39 | 11:15 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 541 · 26703 · ICE 783 | 5:44 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h06 | 11:50 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 513 | On time 6:36 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h53 | 12:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26705 · ICE 583 | 6:39 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h13 | 12:52 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 915 | 6:47 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h53 | 1:40 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26408 · 17407 · ICE 529 | 7:09 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h03 | 1:12 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 103 · ICE 593 | On time 7:32 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h43 | 1:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26707 · ICE 785 | 7:39 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h11 | 1:50 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 515 | On time 8:36 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h53 | 2:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26709 · ICE 585 | 8:39 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h13 | 2:52 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 845 · ICE 1185 | On time 8:46 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h19 | 3:05 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 105 · ICE 2585 | On time 9:32 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h42 | 3:14 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26711 · ICE 787 | On time 9:39 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h11 | 3:50 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26414 · ICE 654 · ICE 625 | On time 10:09 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h04 | 4:13 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 517 | On time 10:36 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h53 | 4:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2155 · ICE 587 · ICE 509 | On time 10:42 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h27 | 5:09 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2155 · ICE 587 | On time 10:42 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h07 | 4:49 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 107 · ICE 2587 | On time 11:32 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h44 | 5:16 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26715 · ICE 789 | On time 11:39 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h10 | 5:49 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 519 | 12:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 5h53 | 6:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26717 · ICE 589 | On time 12:39 PM Dortmund Hbf | 6h09 | 6:48 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 109 · ICE 2589 | On time 1:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 5h40 | 7:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1747 · ICE 881 | On time 1:42 PM Dortmund Hbf | 6h08 | 7:50 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 611 | 2:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 5h56 | 8:32 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26721 · ICE 681 | On time 2:39 PM Dortmund Hbf | 6h11 | 8:50 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 201 · ICE 2591 | On time 3:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 5h43 | 9:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26723 · ICE 883 · ICE 1603 | 3:39 PM Dortmund Hbf | 6h27 | 10:06 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 613 | 4:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 5h53 | 10:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2157 · ICE 683 | On time 4:42 PM Dortmund Hbf | 6h28 | 11:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 203 · ICE 2593 | On time 5:32 PM Dortmund Hbf | 6h04 | 11:36 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26727 · ICE 885 | 5:39 PM Dortmund Hbf | 6h32 | 12:11 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 615 | 6:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 5h53 | 12:29 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26729 · ICE 685 | On time 6:39 PM Dortmund Hbf | 6h51 | 1:30 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26434 · Bus RB91 · 93478 · 4169 | 8:09 PM Dortmund Hbf | 9h54 | 6:03 AM Munich Hbf | 6 transfers | |
| 26735 · 24255 · 24201 · 4501 | On time 9:39 PM Dortmund Hbf | 10h44 | 8:23 AM Munich Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 542 · ICE 619 | 10:15 PM Dortmund Hbf | 7h48 | 6:03 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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 5h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €24 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 29m.
Distance 477 km |
Average train duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Dortmund to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Dortmund and Munich from €24. 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dortmund to Munich
Most Dortmund to Munich trains use the Dortmund Hbf to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München-Pasing. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dortmund station do trains to Munich 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 Signal Iduna Park from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park train station facilities and services
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Getting to Dortmund-Germania from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund-Germania is 7 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Germania train station facilities and services
Dortmund-Germania has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Óla Kalá, Imbiss Futterluke, Pizzeria Puzzle, Side Döner
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Germania. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Germania.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Germania. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Germania.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Germania. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund-Germania: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund-Germania: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Germania.
Which Munich station do trains from Dortmund arrive at?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München-Pasing from Munich city centre
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing train station facilities and services
München-Pasing 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: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost train station facilities and services
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
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