What is the cheapest way to get from Detmold to Almelo?

The cheapest way to get from Detmold to Almelo is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detmold to Almelo?

The fastest way to get from Detmold to Almelo is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Detmold and Almelo?

No, there is no direct train from Detmold to Almelo. However, there are services departing from Detmold, Bahnhof and arriving at Almelo via Herford, Bahnhof and Hengelo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Detmold to Almelo?

The distance between Detmold and Almelo is 188 km. The road distance is 187.2 km.

How do I travel from Detmold to Almelo without a car?

The best way to get from Detmold to Almelo without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €35 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Detmold to Almelo?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Detmold to Almelo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detmold to Almelo train from?

Detmold to Almelo train services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Herford, Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Detmold to Almelo?

The best way to get from Detmold to Almelo is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Detmold to Almelo train arrive?

Detmold to Almelo train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Hengelo station.

Can I drive from Detmold to Almelo?

Yes, the driving distance between Detmold to Almelo is 187 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Detmold to Almelo.

Where can I stay near Almelo?

There are 739+ hotels available in Almelo.

Detmold to Almelo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Detmold to Almelo by train, bus, 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 Herford, Bahnhof to HengeloRb61
3h 22m
€37–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detmold, Bahnhof to Herford, BahnhofRb72
2. Take the bus from Bad Oeynhausen to EnschedeN367
5h 35m
€30–62
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Detmold, Bahnhof to Herford, Bahnhof
2. Take the train from Herford, Bahnhof to Oldenzaal
3. Take the bus from Oldenzaal, Station to Almelo, Station64 / ...
4h 54m
Drive 187.2 km
1. Drive from Detmold to Almelo187.2 km
1h 55m
€34–49

Detmold to Almelo by train

116Weekly Trains

3h 22mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.2 km
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Detmold, Germany and Almelo, Netherlands?

Eurobahn operates a train from Herford, Bahnhof to Hengelo hourly. Tickets cost €24–35 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detmold, Bahnhof to Almelo via Herford, Bahnhof, Herford, Bad Oeynhausen, Bad Oeynhausen, Enschede, and Enschede in around 5h 35m.

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