The average train between Hildesheim and Dortmund takes 2h 34m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Hildesheim to Dortmund. 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 Hildesheim and Dortmund. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Hildesheim is at 9:44 PM which arrives into Dortmund at 12:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 26m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Hildesheim to Dortmund? 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 Hildesheim to Dortmund. However, there are services departing from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof station and arriving at Dortmund Hbf station via Hannover Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.
Hildesheim to Dortmund train services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof station.
Hildesheim to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.
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The distance between Hildesheim and Dortmund is 184.8 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof to Dortmund Hbf via Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 30m.