There are 3 ways to get from Dortmund to Emden by train or car
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Dortmund to Emden by train
The train journey time between Dortmund and Emden is around 2h 36m and covers a distance of around 235 km. Operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, the Dortmund to Emden train service departs from Dortmund Hbf and arrives in Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf. Typically six trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Emden is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 18m.
The quickest way to get from Dortmund to Emden is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 18m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.
The distance between Dortmund and Emden is 207 km. The road distance is 283.5 km.
The best way to get from Dortmund to Emden without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €45 - €65.
The train from Dortmund Hbf to Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf takes 2h 36m including transfers and departs six times a week.
Dortmund to Emden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Emden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf station.
Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Emden is 283 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Dortmund to Emden.
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- Distance: 206.7 km
- Duration: 2h 36m
What companies run services between Dortmund, Germany and Emden, Germany?
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf 6 times a week. Tickets cost €45 - €65 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 36m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €45 - €65
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Münster Hauptbahnhof
- Ave. Duration
- 29 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €18 - €26
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 54m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn

- Phone
- 0180 6 9 27 37 27
- info@eurobahn.de
- Website
- eurobahn.de
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Muenster(Westf)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 51 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €3 - €6
- Website
- Eurobahn

The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Muenster(Westf)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 29 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €23 - €45
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

- Phone
- +49 521 55777755
- info@westfalenbahn.de
- Website
- westfalenbahn.de
Train from Muenster(Westf)Hbf to Emden Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 4m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- WestfalenBahn GmbH
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