There are 4 ways to get from Maastricht to Dortmund Airport (DTM) by train, bus or car
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Recommended option
Train
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Take the train from Herzogenrath to Hagen Hbf
Cheapest option
Bus
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Take the bus from Maastricht to Dortmund Hbf
2 alternative options
Train via Mönchengladbach
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Take the train from Herzogenrath, Bf,Herzogenrath to Viersen Bahnhof
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Take the train from Viersen to Holzwickede
Drive
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Drive from Maastricht to Dortmund Airport (DTM)
Maastricht to Dortmund Airport (DTM) by train and bus
Travel safe during COVID-19
International entry into Germany from Netherlands
- Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands
Conditions of entry into Germany from Netherlands
- There are no current restrictions
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- There are no current restrictions
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival
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Rules to follow in Germany
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Considerations leaving from Netherlands
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Yes, entry into Germany is currently allowed from Netherlands.
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Dortmund Airport (DTM) is 116 117.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Dortmund Airport (DTM) is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Dortmund Airport (DTM) is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 116 117.
No, returning to Netherlands from Germany is currently allowed.
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Last updated: 24 Jan 2023
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Questions & Answers
The most affordable way to get from Maastricht to Dortmund Airport (DTM) is to bus, which costs €11 - €14 and takes 4h 13m.
The quickest way to get from Maastricht to Dortmund Airport (DTM) is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 1h 54m.
No, there is no direct bus from Maastricht to Dortmund Airport (DTM). However, there are services departing from Maastricht and arriving at Dortmund Airport via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.
The distance between Maastricht and Dortmund Airport (DTM) is 153 km. The road distance is 196.7 km.
The best way to get from Maastricht to Dortmund Airport (DTM) without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €35 - €65.
It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Maastricht to Dortmund Airport (DTM), including transfers.
Maastricht to Dortmund Airport (DTM) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Maastricht station.
The best way to get from Maastricht to Dortmund Airport (DTM) is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €14 and takes 4h 13m.
Maastricht to Dortmund Airport (DTM) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.
Yes, the driving distance between Maastricht to Dortmund Airport (DTM) is 197 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Maastricht to Dortmund Airport (DTM).

- Distance: 153.3 km
- Duration: 3h 29m
What companies run services between Maastricht, Netherlands and Dortmund Airport (DTM), Germany?
National Express operates a train from Herzogenrath to Hagen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €28 - €35 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Maastricht to Dortmund Hbf 5 times a day. Tickets cost €11 - €14 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

- Phone
- 0221 13 999 444
- Website
- nationalexpress.de
Train from Herzogenrath to Hagen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 47m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €28 - €35
- Website
- National Express Rail

Deutsche Bahn’s regional network is made up of IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional-Express), RB (Regionalbahn) and S-Bahn trains. Ticket prices are fixed and there’s no seat reservations – just turn up, buy a ticket and jump on the next train. All regional trains depart regularly and connect to local and long-distance services.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 311682904
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Herzogenrath, Bf,Herzogenrath to Viersen Bahnhof
- Ave. Duration
- 52 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €9 - €14
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn Regional

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 Herzogenrath, Bf,Herzogenrath to Viersen Bahnhof
- Ave. Duration
- 41 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €18 - €26
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn

- Phone
- 0180 6 9 27 37 27
- info@eurobahn.de
- Website
- eurobahn.de
Train from Viersen to Holzwickede
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 46m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €7 - €11
- Website
- Eurobahn

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Maastricht to Dortmund Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €11 - €14
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
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