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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Gotha is to bus which costs €28 - €50 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Gotha is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Gotha?

No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Gotha. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Gotha via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe, Sangerhausen and Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Gotha?

The distance between Dortmund and Gotha is 331 km. The road distance is 276.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Gotha without a car is to bus which takes 6h 13m and costs €28 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Dortmund to Gotha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Gotha train from?

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

Train or bus from Dortmund to Gotha?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Gotha is to bus which takes 6h 13m and costs €28 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €120 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Dortmund to Gotha train arrive?

Dortmund to Gotha train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Gotha?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Gotha is 277 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Dortmund to Gotha.

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

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Where can I stay near Gotha?

There are 430+ hotels available in Gotha.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Kasselbus N1360b / ...
2. Take the bus from Kassel to Erfurt central train stationbus N69
6h 13m
€28–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the bus from Kassel to Erfurt central train stationbus N69
6h 24m
€40–83
Drive 276.9 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Gothacar 276.9 km
2h 48m
€40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Sangerhausentrain Re
3. Take the train from Sangerhausen to Erfurt Hbftrain Re
7h 38m
€71–120

Dortmund to Gotha by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

6h 13mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 330.9 km
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Dortmund, Germany and Gotha, Thuringia, Germany?

You can take a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Gotha via Kassel, Erfurt central train station, and Erfurt Hbf in around 6h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Gotha via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe, Sangerhausen, and Erfurt Hbf in around 7h 38m.

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