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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Essen is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Essen is to train which takes 23 min and costs €7 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund central bus station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Dortmund to Essen?

The distance between Dortmund and Essen is 34 km. The road distance is 36.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Essen without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs €7 - €55.

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

The train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Essen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Dortmund to Essen?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Essen is to train which takes 23 min and costs €7 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €65 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Dortmund to Essen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dortmund to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dortmund to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Essen is 37 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Dortmund to Essen.

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

Book your Dortmund to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Dortmund to Essen bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2593+ hotels available in Essen.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Essen?

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

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

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

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 Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
23 min
€7–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dortmund to Essenrideshare 36.7 km
44 min
€3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen central train stationbus 081 / ...
1h 30m
€5–65
Drive 36.8 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Essencar 36.8 km
29 min
€6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dortmund to Essentaxi 36.8 km
29 min
€100–130

Dortmund to Essen by train

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Map of how to get from Dortmund to Essen.

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Distance: 33.8 km
Duration: 23 min

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

National Express operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbf every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 23 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen central train station hourly. Tickets cost €5–8 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Four other operators also service this route.

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