Gothenburg to Dortmund by train

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Overview: trains from Gothenburg to Dortmund

Find the key information for travelling by train from Gothenburg to Dortmund, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:10 View journey
Last train 23:55 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 11hr 53m View journey
Distance (km) 748
Trains / day 11 View all
Cheapest journey AU$158.41 View journey
Avg journey time 15hr 22m
Train operators 11

Going from Gothenburg to Dortmund by train

About to set off from Gothenburg to Dortmund by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of train tickets between Gothenburg and Dortmund

The cheapest train tickets from Gothenburg to Dortmund start at AU$158.41. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Gothenburg to Dortmund is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 6 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Gothenburg to Dortmund departure timetable

On this route, 11 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Gothenburg at 00:10 and the last leaving at 23:55 during the week.

For weekend travel to Dortmund, the earliest departure is at 00:24 and the last one is at 23:55. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 51 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Gothenburg and Dortmund

The route’s fastest journey takes 11 hours and 53 minutes, covering a total of 748 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Gothenburg to Dortmund?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 6 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making your Gothenburg to Dortmund travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Dortmund.

FAQs about the train journey from Gothenburg to Dortmund

Want to know more about your journey from Gothenburg to Dortmund? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train route from Gothenburg to Dortmund covers 748 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.