The average train between Dortmund and Madrid takes 25h 18m and the fastest train takes 24h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Dortmund to Madrid. 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 twice daily between Dortmund and Madrid. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 4:45 PM which arrives into Madrid at 4:52 PM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 25h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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25h 7m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Dortmund to Madrid? 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 Madrid. However, there are services departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Madrid station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 18m.
Dortmund to Madrid train services, operated by National Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Madrid train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.
Book your Dortmund to Madrid train tickets online with National Express, Eurostar and 5 other operators.
The distance between Dortmund and Madrid is 1,502.4 km. The road distance is 2,306 km.
You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes via Koeln Hbf, Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Barcelona-Sants in around 16h 47m.