Travelling from Saarbrücken to Dortmund by train

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

The fastest trains from Saarbrücken to Dortmund take around 4 hours and 16 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 256 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Saarbrücken is scheduled to depart at around  03:42. The last departure is usually at around 23:35 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Saarbrücken at around 03:42, with the last train leaving at around 21:47. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 31 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 30 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$34.50.

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 Saarbrücken to Dortmund?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Dortmund?

The Saarbrücken to Dortmund train travel takes about 4 hours and 16 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Saarbrücken to Dortmund train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Dortmund leaving Saarbrücken at around 03:42 and the last train leaving at around 23:35 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Saarbrücken at around 03:42, with the final departure at 21:47.