Mainz to Dortmund by train
Dortmund lies 180 km (112 mi) north of Mainz, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 23 min at the speeds typical of Germany rail, over roughly 219 km (136 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Mainz | Dortmund | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 222,889 | 588,462 |
| Elevation | 125 m (410 ft) | 96 m (315 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Stations on record | Mainz Central Station, Mainz Römisches Theater station, Mainz-Laubenheim stop | none listed |
| Postal codes | 55116–55131 | 44135–44388 |
Where to book trains from Mainz to Dortmund
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Staying in Dortmund
Our booking partner lists 274 places to stay in Dortmund. Of the 149 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (86). Across 80 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8 out of 10. Guests have left 131,080 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Dortmund from Mainz?
180 km (112 mi) in a straight line, north of Mainz; by road roughly 219 km (136 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mainz to Dortmund by train?
About 1 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mainz and Dortmund?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where can I stay in Dortmund?
Our booking partner lists 274 places to stay in Dortmund, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.