The average train between Dortmund and Bad Arolsen takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Dortmund to Bad Arolsen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Dortmund and Bad Arolsen. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 9:39 PM which arrives into Bad Arolsen at 7:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 58m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Dortmund to Bad Arolsen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Bad Arolsen. However, there are services departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Bad Arolsen station via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Dortmund to Bad Arolsen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Bad Arolsen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bad Arolsen Bahnhof station.
Book your Dortmund to Bad Arolsen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dortmund and Bad Arolsen is 108.4 km. The road distance is 265 km.
You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Bad Arolsen Bahnhof via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe in around 3h 56m.