The average train between Dortmund and Hesse takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Dortmund to Hesse. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Dortmund and Hesse. The earliest departure is at 1:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 10:36 PM which arrives into Hesse at 1:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Hesse. However, there are services departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Hesse station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Dortmund to Hesse train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Hesse train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.
The distance between Dortmund and Hesse is 148.6 km. The road distance is 299 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Frankfurt hourly. Tickets cost €55–180 and the journey takes 2h 32m.