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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Elsfleth is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Elsfleth is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Elsfleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund station to Elsfleth. However, there are services departing from Dortmund central bus station and arriving at Elsfleth Stadthalle via Bremen Hauptbahnhof/Hugo-Schauinsland-Platz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Elsfleth?

No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Elsfleth. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Elsfleth via Bremen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Elsfleth?

The distance between Dortmund and Elsfleth is 268 km. The road distance is 236.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Elsfleth without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €60 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Dortmund to Elsfleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Elsfleth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Elsfleth train from?

Dortmund to Elsfleth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Elsfleth?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Elsfleth is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €60 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Dortmund to Elsfleth bus arrive?

Dortmund to Elsfleth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bremen Fernbusterminal station.

Where does the Dortmund to Elsfleth train arrive?

Dortmund to Elsfleth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bremen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Elsfleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Elsfleth is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Dortmund to Elsfleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Elsfleth?

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Dortmund to Elsfleth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dortmund to Elsfleth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Bremen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Elsflethtrain Rs4
3h 6m
€64–218
Drive 236.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dortmund to Elsflethcar 236.5 km
2h 9m
€35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Bremen Fernbusterminalbus N74 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bremen Hauptbahnhof/Hugo-Schauinsland-Platz to Elsfleth Stadthallebus Rs4
5h 30m
Train via Osnabrück
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Osnabrück Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Delmenhorsttrain Rb58
4h 40m
€89–286

Dortmund to Elsfleth by train

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Distance: 268.4 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Elsfleth via Bremen Hbf in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Elsfleth Stadthalle via Bremen Fernbusterminal and Bremen Hauptbahnhof/Hugo-Schauinsland-Platz in around 5h 30m.

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