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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Gotha is to bus and train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 28m.

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?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Gotha. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Gotha?

The distance between Dortmund and Gotha is 340 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 train which takes 3h 28m and costs €60 - €70.

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

The train from Dortmund Hbf to Gotha takes 3h 28m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Gotha train from?

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

Where does the Dortmund to Gotha train arrive?

Dortmund to Gotha train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Gotha 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 989+ hotels available in Gotha.

Dortmund to Gotha - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dortmund to Gotha by train, bus, or car

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 Gothatrain 51
3h 28m
€60–70
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Göttingen central bus stationbus 264
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Gothatrain Re1
5h 28m
€33–48
Drive 276.9 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Gothacar 276.9 km
2h 48m
€39–56

Dortmund to Gotha by train

16Weekly Trains

3h 28mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 340 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Gotha twice daily. Tickets cost €60–70 and the journey takes 3h 28m.

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