The average train between Dortmund and Spa takes 5h 13m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Dortmund to Spa. 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 Spa. The earliest departure is at 3:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 10:09 PM which arrives into Spa at 8:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Aachen Hbf and take an average of 5h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 38m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dortmund to Spa? 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 Spa. However, there are services departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Spa station via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.
Dortmund to Spa train services, operated by National Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Spa train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aachen Hbf station.
Book your Dortmund to Spa train tickets online with National Express, Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Eurostar.
The distance between Dortmund and Spa is 159.7 km. The road distance is 218 km.
National Express operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Aachen Hbf hourly, and the journey takes 2h 28m. Two other operators also service this route.