Berlin to Dortmund distance
The distance from Berlin (Germany) to Dortmund (Germany) is 494 km by road, with a driving time of about 4 h 55 min. The straight-line distance is 421 km (262 miles); Dortmund lies to the WSW of Berlin.
Reverse direction: Dortmund to Berlin distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 421 km | 62 min |
| Car (road) | 494 km | 4 h 55 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Berlin to Dortmund would cost roughly 996–1340 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 494 km by road.
Estimated cost of a regular metered taxi under the municipal tariff (base fare + per-kilometre rate, 2026). Tariffs are set per municipality by ordinance and may differ; only the meter in the vehicle is binding. Not a booking, no guarantee.
Berlin
Berlin is located in Berlin, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 52° 31′ 12.02″ N, 13° 24′ 17.83″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 52.52 |
| Longitude | 13.4 |
| Region | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 3,685,265 |
Dortmund
Dortmund is located in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 51° 30′ 48.91″ N, 7° 27′ 55.07″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 51.51 |
| Longitude | 7.47 |
| Region | Nordrhein-Westfalen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 603,462 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Berlin and Dortmund is at 52.05° N, 10.4° E.
The nearest town is Haverlah, Landkreis Wolfenbüttel, Niedersachsen — about 211 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Berlin from Dortmund?
By car it is 494 km, with a driving time of about 4 h 55 min. The straight-line distance between Berlin and Dortmund is 421 kilometres (262 miles or 228 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Berlin to Dortmund?
The driving distance is 494 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 4 h 55 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Dortmund from Berlin?
Dortmund lies to the WSW (257°) as seen from Berlin.
How long is a flight from Berlin to Dortmund?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 62 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Berlin to Dortmund cost?
Over 494 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Berlin to Dortmund would cost roughly 996–1340 € under the municipal tariff — base fare plus per-kilometre rate, 2026. Surcharges, waiting time and luggage are not included; only the meter in the vehicle is binding.
Distances from Berlin
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Berlin → Potsdam | 35 km |
| Berlin → Buckow | 68 km |
| Berlin → Bad Saarow | 73 km |
| Berlin → Wittenberg | 110 km |
| Berlin → Rheinsberg | 110 km |
| Berlin → Cottbus | 126 km |
| Berlin → Magdeburg | 156 km |
| Berlin → Halle (Saale) | 170 km |
Distances from Dortmund
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Dortmund → Bochum | 21 km |
| Dortmund → Herne | 25 km |
| Dortmund → Hagen | 26 km |
| Dortmund → Recklinghausen | 31 km |
| Dortmund → Essen | 35 km |
| Dortmund → Gelsenkirchen | 36 km |
| Dortmund → Hamm | 42 km |
| Dortmund → Mülheim | 46 km |