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

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Dortmund is to rideshare which costs €6 - €12 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Dortmund is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Dortmund?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aachen station west station and arriving at Dortmund central bus station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Dortmund?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aachen Hbf and arriving at Dortmund Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Aachen to Dortmund?

The distance between Aachen and Dortmund is 166 km. The road distance is 147.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Aachen to Dortmund without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs €9 - €100.

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

The train from Aachen Hbf to Dortmund Hbf takes 2h 29m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Dortmund bus from?

Aachen to Dortmund bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Aachen station west.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Dortmund train from?

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

Train or bus from Aachen to Dortmund?

The best way to get from Aachen to Dortmund is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs €9 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €9 - €20 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Aachen to Dortmund bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aachen to Dortmund train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aachen to Dortmund?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Dortmund is 148 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Aachen to Dortmund.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Dortmund?

There are 1243+ hotels available in Dortmund.

Can I share a ride from Aachen to Dortmund?

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

Aachen to Dortmund - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Aachen to Dortmund by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Dortmund HbfRe
2h 29m
€9–100
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Aachen to Dortmund147.3 km
1h 58m
€6–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Dortmund central bus stationN3204 / ...
3h 40m
€9–20
Train via Essen
1. Take the train from Aachen West to Essen West SRb33
2. Take the train from Essen West S to Dortmund HbfS1
2h 55m
€29–42
Drive 147.6 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Dortmund147.6 km
1h 32m
€21–31

Aachen to Dortmund by train

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.9 km
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Dortmund, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Aachen Hbf to Dortmund Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €28–40 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Aachen station west to Dortmund central bus station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €9–20 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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