Interlaken to Dortmund by train

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Overview: trains from Interlaken to Dortmund

Find the key information for travelling by train from Interlaken 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 04:57 View journey
Last train 23:33 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 7hr 1m View journey
Distance (km) 538
Trains / day 8 View all
Cheapest journey CA$70.85 View journey
Avg journey time 8hr 39m
Train operators 8

Travelling from Interlaken to Dortmund by train

Want to know how to get from Interlaken to Dortmund by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Interlaken to Dortmund take around 7 hours and 1 minute, covering a distance of approximately 538 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Interlaken is scheduled to depart at around  04:57. The last departure is usually at around 23:33 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Interlaken at around 05:58, with the last train leaving at around 23:33. On average, there are about 8 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 17 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$70.85.

We think any time is a great time to visit Dortmund, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Dortmund.

Is there a direct train from Interlaken to Dortmund?

The journey between Interlaken and Dortmund usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Interlaken to Dortmund every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Interlaken to Dortmund?

The Interlaken to Dortmund train travel takes about 7 hours and 1 minute, no matter when you leave.

What are the Interlaken to Dortmund train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Dortmund leaving Interlaken at around 04:57 and the last train leaving at around 23:33 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Interlaken at around 05:58, with the final departure at 23:33.

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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.