The average train between Regensburg and Dortmund takes 7h 18m and the fastest train takes 5h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Regensburg 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 Regensburg and Dortmund. The earliest departure is at 4:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Regensburg is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Dortmund at 11:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuernberg Hbf and take an average of 7h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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6h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Regensburg 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 Regensburg to Dortmund. However, there are services departing from Regensburg station and arriving at Dortmund station via Nuernberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.
Regensburg to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Regensburg Hbf station.
Regensburg to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.
Book your Regensburg to Dortmund train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Regensburg and Dortmund is 430.9 km. The road distance is 597 km.
You can take a train from Regensburg Hbf to Dortmund Hbf via Nuernberg Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe in around 6h 26m.