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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Nordhausen
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
230 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Nordhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Nordhausen will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Dortmund for Nordhausen on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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.
08:43AM3h58
Dortmund12:41PMNordhausen
€551One-way
0 transfers
08:43AM3h58
Dortmund12:41PMNordhausen
€551One-way
0 transfers
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Dortmund to Nordhausen train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 1:31 AM
Last updated at 1:31 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4:33 AM Dortmund | 5h00 | 9:33 AM Nordhausen | 1 transfer | |
| 6:45 AM Dortmund | 4h30 | 11:15 AM Nordhausen | 2 transfers | |
| 8:46 AM Dortmund | 4h29 | 1:15 PM Nordhausen | 2 transfers | |
| 10:43 AM Dortmund | 4h50 | 3:33 PM Nordhausen | 1 transfer | |
| 10:45 AM Dortmund | 4h30 | 3:15 PM Nordhausen | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Nordhausen
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Trains from Dortmund to Nordhausen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 230 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 04:49 |
Last train 23:02 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, National Express from Dortmund to Nordhausen trainsDeutsche Bahn, National Express trains will get you between Dortmund and Nordhausen from €49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 54m
Cheapest Price
€49
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 54m
Cheapest Price
€55
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
FAQs: Trains from Dortmund to Nordhausen
FAQs: Travel by train from Dortmund to Nordhausen 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 Nordhausen.
Cheap train tickets from Dortmund to Nordhausen can start from as little as €28 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Dortmund to Nordhausen is €45; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Dortmund to Nordhausen train travel time is 4 h 13 min for the 230 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Dortmund to Nordhausen leaves at 00: 16. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Dortmund to Nordhausen leaves at 23: 02.
There are 14 trains a day from Dortmund to Nordhausen which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn, National Express or FlixTrain. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Dortmund to Nordhausen train with Deutsche Bahn, National Express or FlixTrain. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between Dortmund and Nordhausen as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 02.
A trip to Nordhausen from Dortmund is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 13 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Dortmund to Nordhausen by train is November.
You have options as you can travel from Dortmund to Nordhausen 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dortmund to Nordhausen
Dortmund
Nordhausen
The major train station for departures in Dortmund is Dortmund Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dortmund Hbf for your trip from Dortmund to Nordhausen.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Dining
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
Hotel
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
The major train station for arrivals in Nordhausen is Nordhausen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nordhausen for your journey to Nordhausen from Dortmund.
Nordhausen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:30 - 19:15
- Tuesday: 07:30 13:15 - 12:30 17:15
- Wednesday: 07:30 13:15 - 12:30 17:15
- Thursday: 07:30 13:15 - 12:30 17:15
- Friday: 06:30 - 19:15
- Sunday: 10:45 14:30 - 14:00 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Bauchgefühl
- Ristorante Due Angeli
- Nardeen Döner
- Irmak Kebap House
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