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Three ways to Travel from Mechelen to Dortmund

Composite routes from Mechelen to Dortmund

Cheapest
2 h 24 min
Car
260 km.
from $14
Other
2 h 24 min
Rideshare
260 km.
from $9.89
4 h 21 min
214 km.
from $95.96

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Brussels-North train station to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.32–$42.95
Bus from Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$35.37

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$34.11

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.74–$101.07
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
3h 33m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$88.43–$189.50

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$54.32–$60.64
Train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.16–$44.22

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

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Dortmund is to bus via Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats which costs $25 - $35.87 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Dortmund is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Mechelen and Dortmund?

No, there is no direct bus from Mechelen to Dortmund station. However, there are services departing from Mechelen Biest and arriving at Dortmund - Bus Station via Rumst Busstation and Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Dortmund?

No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Dortmund. However, there are services departing from Malines and arriving at Dortmund Hbf via Brussels-Nord and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Mechelen to Dortmund?

The distance between Mechelen and Dortmund is 353 km. The road distance is 257.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Dortmund without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 21m and costs $59.78 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Mechelen to Dortmund, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Dortmund bus from?

Mechelen to Dortmund bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats station.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Dortmund train from?

Mechelen to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Mechelen to Dortmund?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Dortmund is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 21m and costs $59.78 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $44.57 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Mechelen to Dortmund bus arrive?

Mechelen to Dortmund bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Dortmund - Bus Station.

Where does the Mechelen to Dortmund train arrive?

Mechelen to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Mechelen to Dortmund?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Dortmund is 258 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Mechelen to Dortmund.

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

Book your Mechelen to Dortmund train 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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