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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Frechen is to drive which costs €13 - €20 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Frechen is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Frechen?

No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Frechen. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Köln Weiden West via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Frechen?

The distance between Dortmund and Frechen is 125 km. The road distance is 97.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Frechen without a car is to bus which takes 1h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Dortmund to Frechen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Frechen train from?

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

Train or bus from Dortmund to Frechen?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Frechen is to bus which takes 1h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €19 - €85 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Dortmund to Frechen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dortmund to Frechen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Frechen is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Dortmund to Frechen.

Where can I stay near Frechen?

There are 578+ hotels available in Frechen.

Dortmund to Frechen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 7 subway

There are 4 ways to get from Dortmund to Frechen by bus, train (Eurostar), car, train, or subway

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dortmund to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
1h 17m
Drive 97.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dortmund to Frechencar 97.7 km
1h 3m
€14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
1h 33m
€19–82
Train, line 7 subway
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the subway from Köln Deutz Deutzer Freiheit to Frechen Kirchesubway 7
2h 47m
€24–35

Dortmund to Frechen by train

316Weekly Trains

1h 33mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

OrionBus operates a bus from Dortmund to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €13–55 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Two other operators also service this route.

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