Heerlen to Dortmund by train

Taking the train from Heerlen to Dortmund

Ready to book a trip from Heerlen to Dortmund by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost between Heerlen and Dortmund

Average fares along this route:

• The cheapest ticket price: CA$60.45

• Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

• Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

• Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

• Travel with a budget train operator

• Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

• Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

• Select a non-flexible fare

• Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

• Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Heerlen to Dortmund departure frequency and train timetable

With 39 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 26 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:17 and the last one is at 23:48. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:17, with the last one at 23:54.

Travel time and distance between Heerlen and Dortmund

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 13 minutes, covering a total of 125 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Heerlen to Dortmund trains

Tickets for travel to Dortmund along this route are available for purchase 6 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making your Heerlen 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.