There currently are a variety of options to travel by night train from Würzburg (Germany) to Dortmund (Germany), taking between approximately 3 and 5 hours: Namely the NJ 420, the UEX 1850 and the NJ 40490. These lines are operated by ÖBB and UEX.
The Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) operate the Nightjet and Euronight trains (the latter together with other national railway agencies).
ÖBB night trains typically feature four types of carriages: seats, couchettes, the compact Mini Cabin, and sleepers.
Seats are for the bravest, while couchettes, Mini Cabins, and sleepers provide a more comfortable journey. In the couchettes, you can find simple and rather narrow berths. The Mini Cabin is a compact sleeping option for solo travelers – two Mini Cabins can be combined for couples. Sleepers are equipped with proper beds and sometimes even a private bathroom. Couchettes can hold up to six people. The Mini Cabin is a private space for one person – two adjacent Mini Cabins can be connected for traveling together. Sleepers are private compartments for one to three people.
Sleepers may include a private bathroom or shower, or sometimes just a sink. The Mini Cabin bridges the gap between couchettes and sleepers, offering solo privacy at a lower price point.
UEX (Urlaubs-Express) runs seasonal night trains and car-carrying trains between Germany and Austria.
Options range from seats and shared couchettes to private couchette compartments, sleeper compartments and connected sleeper cabins.
You can bring your car, but only between the car terminals, and you book the vehicle along with your ticket.
There is a free ski compartment. Drinks and snacks are available in the bistro on board.
Children with their own seat or bed pay a reduced fare.