Train Dortmund → Trier
Schedule & travel time
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Route overview
3h 16m
Fastest time
3h 55m
Avg. duration
471
Kilometers
9
Trains per day
By train from Dortmund to Trier
An important rail connection: The train connection from Dortmund to Trier is one of the regularly operated rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 3h 16m and can travel in comfort.
The route covers a distance of 471 kilometers and is served by about 9 trains every day. The schedule supports reliable trip planning.
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 Trier saves you about 52 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 105 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 Trier?
The fastest connection from Dortmund to Trier takes 3h 16m. The average travel time is 3h 55m.
How many trains run daily from Dortmund to Trier?
About 9 trains run daily on the Dortmund - Trier route. Train types include ICE, IC.
What is the route from Dortmund to Trier?
The direct connection covers 471 km.
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All connectionsSchedule data last updated: 12/05/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time
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Last update: April 2026
