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Train Dortmund → Lübeck

Schedule & travel time

3h 58m 466 km 4 trains/day
ICE IC

Route overview

3h 58m

Fastest time

4h 46m

Avg. duration

466

Kilometers

4

Trains per day

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By train from Dortmund to Lübeck

An important rail connection: The train connection from Dortmund to Lübeck is one of the important rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 3h 58m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 466 kilometers and is served by about 4 trains every day. The schedule supports reliable trip planning.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Fernverkehr (ICE/IC)

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE, IC.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Dortmund to Lübeck saves you about 52 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 104 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Lübeck?

The fastest connection from Dortmund to Lübeck takes 3h 58m. The average travel time is 4h 46m.

How many trains run daily from Dortmund to Lübeck?

About 4 trains run daily on the Dortmund - Lübeck route. Train types include ICE, IC.

What is the route from Dortmund to Lübeck?

The direct connection covers 466 km.

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Return journey

Lübeck Dortmund

Schedule data last updated: 11/05/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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