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Compare train and bus for Leeuwarden to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeuwarden to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 219 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€51 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 21m Average total duration 9h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Leeuwarden to Dortmund trains with Omio?
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 Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Leeuwarden to Dortmund.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leeuwarden to Dortmund.
Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leeuwarden to Dortmund.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeuwarden to Dortmund
Trains from Leeuwarden to Dortmund run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:35, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 219 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 219 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 1:35 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Leeuwarden to Dortmund trainsDeutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Leeuwarden and Dortmund from €27. 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.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Leeuwarden to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeuwarden to Dortmund 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 Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeuwarden to Dortmund
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Stationsweg
- Brasserie Oranje
- Restaurant Wannee
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.70
- Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden
- Post-Plaza Hotel & Grand Café
- Fletcher Hotel-Paleis Stadhouderlijk Hof
- Located in the main hall
- 252 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to major Dutch cities
- 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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