Train from Stuttgart to Dortmund: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Stuttgart to Dortmund on 5 July
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain
STR Airport
Dortmund HauptbahnhofCheapest
DB Fernverkehr
Stuttgart Hbf
Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
DortmundNo tags
DB Fernverkehr
Stuttgart Hbf
Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express
Stuttgart Hbf
Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
DortmundNo tags
DB Fernverkehr
Stuttgart Hbf
Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express
Stuttgart Hbf
Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:33 CEST.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 4 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just €9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18train per day
4h 35mAverage duration
328 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€21 - €94Average duration9h 45m
8kg CO₂e
Average price€9 - €285Average duration4h 35m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Dortmund by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Stuttgart to Dortmund?

    The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Dortmund start from €9. The average price for this train route is around €112. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Dortmund?

    The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Dortmund is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 328 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 15m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

  3. Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Dortmund route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Dortmund?

    The earliest train from Stuttgart to Dortmund departs at 06:05. And the latest train departs at 20:49.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Dortmund?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Dortmund?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Stuttgart to Dortmund?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart to Dortmund?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
02/07
€141
03/07
€80
Today
€59
05/07
€70
06/07
No data
07/07
No data
08/07
No data
09/07
€53
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Dortmund was searched and found on 9 Jul 2026 with a price of €53

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stuttgart to Dortmund as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €53 to €264 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €53, which is on 2026-07-09.

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