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Aachen to Dortmund trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Aachen and Dortmund takes 2h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Aachen to Dortmund. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 24m
Duration
173 km
Distance
€70
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Aachen to Dortmund train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Aachen and Dortmund. The earliest departure is at 12:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Aachen is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Dortmund at 2:14 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 2h 23m • Direct
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    train train 2h 29m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 2h 29m • Direct
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    train train 2h 23m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 2h 29m • Direct
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    train train 2h 23m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 2h 29m • Direct
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    train train 2h 23m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 29m • Direct
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    train train 2h 23m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 23m • Direct
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    train train 2h 29m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 23m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 172.9 km
  • Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Dortmund, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Aachen Hbf to Dortmund Hbf hourly, and the journey takes 2h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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