The average train between Dortmund and Bretten takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Dortmund to Bretten. 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 3 hours between Dortmund and Bretten. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 7:36 PM which arrives into Bretten at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 2m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Dortmund to Bretten? 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 Bretten. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf station and arriving at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.
Dortmund to Bretten train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Bretten train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.
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The distance between Dortmund and Bretten is 289.3 km. The road distance is 352 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €65–140 and the journey takes 3h 23m.