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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Dortmund
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€71
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Dortmund will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 6 trains that leave Stuttgart for Dortmund on Sun, Jan 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 18 the direct trains cover the 327 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .
On Sun, Jan 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 10 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.
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15110+33089ICE 612 · ICE 374 · IC 2320ICE 1010ICE 692 · ICE 202ICE 612ICE 692 · ICE 202ICE 612ICE 1010ICE 612 · ICE 374 · IC 2320ICE 692+15110+33089
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Compare train and bus for Stuttgart to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €267.
Distance: 327 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€83 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €395 Average price |
7h 19m Average total duration Fastest 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 57m Average total duration 10h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stuttgart to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Dortmund trains for today, Saturday, January 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 692+15110+33089 | On time 7:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h10 | 12:59 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 692 · ICE 202 | Delayed 7:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 11:27 AM 11:27 AMDortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 612 | Delayed 8:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h32 | 12:26 PM 12:26 PMDortmund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 612 · ICE 374 · IC 2320 | On time 8:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h07 | 1:56 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, January 18 | |||||
 FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 7:14 AM Stuttgart | 11h53 | 7:07 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Dortmund
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Trains from Stuttgart to Dortmund run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 327 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 327 km |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Stuttgart to Dortmund trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Stuttgart and Dortmund from €14. 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.
FlixTrain
FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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.
When departing from Stuttgart, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Stuttgart Hbf, Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe and Stuttgart Hbf (tief). When arriving in Dortmund, you can end your trip in train stations like Dortmund Hbf, Dortmund Signal-Iduna-Park station and Dortmund-Aplerbeck station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Stuttgart Hbf, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Dortmund Hbf, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stuttgart to Dortmund
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Accessibility
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Arnulf-Klett-Platz.
- Restaurant Amici
- Block House Stuttgart
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof
- Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-16 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 101-116
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6
- U-Bahn: Lines U5, U6, U7, U12, U15
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation 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
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Strobels
- Rosenterassen
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Griechisches Restaurant
- Pferdestall
- Rippchen-Braterei
- Lello II
- Days Inn
- Haus Hoffmann
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