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Leuven, Belgium → Dortmund, Germany

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Six ways to Travel from Leuven to Dortmund

Composite routes from Leuven to Dortmund

Cheapest
2 h 23 min
Car
243 km.
from $13
Other
2 h 23 min
Rideshare
243 km.
from $9.24
3 h 41 min
204 km.
from $104.13
5 h
204 km.
from $50.96
3 h 45 min
204 km.
from $126.26
4 h 17 min
204 km.
from $134.41

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Maastricht to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$29.06

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Leuven to Maastricht
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.90–$20.21

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$46.74–$101.07
Train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.74–$101.07
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.58–$69.48
Train from Aachen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.17–$138.97
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$69.48–$138.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$39.16–$44.22
Train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.16–$44.22
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$29.06–$32.85
Train from Aachen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$50.53–$56.85

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.63–$20.21

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Louvain to Liège-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.11–$15.16
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.58–$11.37

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$25.27–$36.64
Train from Aachen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$39.16–$56.85

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.74–$16.42
Train from Aachen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.69–$25.27

Arriva NL

Phone:
0800-0232 545
Website:
arriva.nl
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.74–$15.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Leuven to Dortmund?

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Dortmund is to bus which costs $29.35 - $42.39 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Leuven to Dortmund?

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Dortmund is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Dortmund?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven to Dortmund station. However, there are services departing from Leuven and arriving at Dortmund central bus station via Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Dortmund?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven to Dortmund. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Dortmund Hbf via Liege-Guillemins and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Leuven to Dortmund?

The distance between Leuven and Dortmund is 305 km. The road distance is 243.7 km.

How do I travel from Leuven to Dortmund without a car?

The best way to get from Leuven to Dortmund without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 41m and costs $51.09 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Leuven to Dortmund?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Leuven to Dortmund, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Dortmund bus from?

Leuven to Dortmund bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Leuven station.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Dortmund train from?

Leuven to Dortmund train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.

Train or bus from Leuven to Dortmund?

The best way to get from Leuven to Dortmund is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 41m and costs $51.09 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $42.39 and takes 5h.

Where does the Leuven to Dortmund bus arrive?

Leuven to Dortmund bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Maastricht station.

Where does the Leuven to Dortmund train arrive?

Leuven to Dortmund train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Leuven to Dortmund?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Dortmund is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Leuven to Dortmund.

How do I get a train ticket from Leuven to Dortmund?

Book your Leuven to Dortmund train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leuven to Dortmund?

Book your Leuven to Dortmund bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dortmund?

There are 1101+ hotels available in Dortmund. Prices start at $42.41 per night.
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