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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essen to Dortmund

Composite routes from Essen to Dortmund

Cheapest
29 min
Car
39 km.
from $2

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 4
FlixBus
Website
BlaBlaCar Bus
Website
Grandes Tour
Website
DB Bus
Website
FlixBus
Website
30 min
Hourly
$7.00–$10.18
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
BlaBlaCar Bus
Website
35 min
Twice daily
$10.81–$15.27
+33 18 57 62 228
+33 18 57 62 228
Call
Grandes Tour
Website
42 min
3 times a week
+38 (044) 444 00 44
+38 (044) 444 00 44
Call
DB Bus
Website
1h 37m
Once daily
$7.63–$10.18
+49 30 311682904
+49 30 311682904
Call
Train operators
Found: 5
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
National Express
Website
Flixtrain
Website
Eurostar
Website
28 min
Twice daily
$29.26–$69.97
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
34 min
Hourly
$27.99–$31.81
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
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Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
41 min
Every 30 minutes
$12.09–$17.81
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
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National Express
Website
26 min
Every 20 minutes
$10.81–$16.54
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
Flixtrain
Website
25 min
3 times a day
$3.69–$5.34
+49 30 300 137 100
+49 30 300 137 100
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
45 min
Every 3 hours
$3.00
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Dortmund is to rideshare which costs $2.57 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Dortmund is to train which takes 26 min and costs $3.15 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Dortmund?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Dortmund central bus station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Dortmund?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Dortmund Hbf. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Essen to Dortmund?

The distance between Essen and Dortmund is 40 km. The road distance is 38.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Dortmund without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs $3.15 - $59.78 .

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Hbf takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essen to Dortmund bus from?

Essen to Dortmund bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Dortmund train from?

Essen to Dortmund train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Dortmund?

The best way to get from Essen to Dortmund is to train which takes 26 min and costs $3.15 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5.98 - $13.04 and takes 30 min.

Where does the Essen to Dortmund bus arrive?

Essen to Dortmund bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dortmund central bus station.

Where does the Essen to Dortmund train arrive?

Essen to Dortmund train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Dortmund?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Dortmund is 38 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Essen to Dortmund.

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

Book your Essen to Dortmund train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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

Book your Essen to Dortmund bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Dortmund?

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

Can I share a ride from Essen to Dortmund?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen and Dortmund. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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