The average train between Dortmund Hbf and Essen takes 34 min and the fastest train takes 21 min. The train runs at least 4 times per hour from Dortmund Hbf to Essen. 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 every 15 minutes between Dortmund Hbf and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Dortmund Hbf is at 11:53 PM which arrives into Essen at 12:35 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 34 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf station and arriving at Essen station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Every 4 hours. The journey takes approximately 34 min.
Dortmund Hbf to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund Hbf to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Dortmund Hbf to Essen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dortmund Hbf and Essen is 31.7 km. The road distance is 34 km.
National Express operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbf every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 23 min. Seven other operators also service this route.