The average train between Heidelberg and Dorsten takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Heidelberg to Dorsten. 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 hourly between Heidelberg and Dorsten. The earliest departure is at 3:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Heidelberg is at 6:43 PM which arrives into Dorsten at 10:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Heidelberg to Dorsten? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Heidelberg to Dorsten. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg station and arriving at Dorsten station via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Heidelberg to Dorsten train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.
Heidelberg to Dorsten train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
The distance between Heidelberg and Dorsten is 278.7 km. The road distance is 367 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €55–210 and the journey takes 2h 15m.