The average train between Dortmund and France takes 6h 3m and the fastest train takes 5h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Dortmund to France. 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 3 times a day between Dortmund and France. The earliest departure is at 4:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 4:45 PM which arrives into France at 10:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Paris Gare Du Nord and take an average of 6h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


6h 5m • 2 changes


6h 4m • 2 changes


6h 7m • 2 changes


6h 6m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to France. However, there are services departing from Dortmund station and arriving at France station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.
Dortmund to France train services, operated by National Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to France train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Dortmund and France is 680.3 km. The road distance is 640 km.
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Paris Nord twice daily. Tickets cost €110–210 and the journey takes 4h 50m.