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Train Regensburg → Dortmund

Schedule & travel time

6h 29m 432 km 17 trains/day
ICE IC

Route overview

6h 29m

Fastest time

7h 47m

Avg. duration

432

Kilometers

17

Trains per day

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By train from Regensburg to Dortmund

An important rail connection: The train connection from Regensburg to Dortmund is one of the regularly operated rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 6h 29m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 432 kilometers and is served by about 17 trains every day. The solid frequency enables flexible 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 Regensburg to Dortmund saves you about 48 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 96 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 Regensburg to Dortmund?

The fastest connection from Regensburg to Dortmund takes 6h 29m. The average travel time is 7h 47m.

How many trains run daily from Regensburg to Dortmund?

About 17 trains run daily on the Regensburg - Dortmund route. Train types include ICE, IC.

What is the route from Regensburg to Dortmund?

The direct connection covers 432 km.

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Regensburg → Passau
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Essen → Dortmund
0h 22m34 km
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0h 18m17 km
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Return journey

Dortmund Regensburg

More connections

Regensburg → Passau0h 56mRegensburg → Nürnberg53mRegensburg → Landshut35mRegensburg → Berlin4h 30mEssen → Dortmund0h 22mHagen → Dortmund0h 18mBochum → Dortmund10m
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Schedule data last updated: 17/06/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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