The average train between Bad Ems and Dortmund takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Bad Ems to Dortmund. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bad Ems and Dortmund. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bad Ems is at 9:28 PM which arrives into Dortmund at 12:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 53m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Bad Ems to Dortmund? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bad Ems to Dortmund. However, there are services departing from Bad Ems station and arriving at Dortmund station via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Bad Ems to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station.
Bad Ems to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.
Book your Bad Ems to Dortmund train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Bad Ems and Dortmund is 132.3 km. The road distance is 214 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Dortmund Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–120 and the journey takes 2h 9m.