The average train between Dortmund and Rahden takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Dortmund to Rahden. 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 hourly between Dortmund and Rahden. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Rahden at 6:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Dortmund to Rahden? 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 Rahden. However, there are services departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Rahden station via Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Dortmund to Rahden train services, operated by National Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Rahden train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rahden, Bahnhof station.
Book your Dortmund to Rahden train tickets online with National Express, Eurobahn and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Dortmund and Rahden is 128.9 km. The road distance is 158 km.
You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Rahden, Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf in around 2h 36m.