Lucerne to Dortmund train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Lucerne to Dortmund take around 6 hours and 9 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 501 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lucerne is scheduled to depart at around  00:05. The last departure is usually at around 23:54 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lucerne at around 00:47, with the last train leaving at around 23:54. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 20 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 48 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$143.00.

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 Lucerne to Dortmund?

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

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

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Lucerne to Dortmund train travel takes about 6 hours and 9 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lucerne to Dortmund train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Dortmund leaving Lucerne at around 00:05 and the last train leaving at around 23:54 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lucerne at around 00:47, with the final departure at 23:54.