The average train between Dortmund and Bottrop takes 49 min and the fastest train takes 43 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Dortmund to Bottrop. 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 20 minutes between Dortmund and Bottrop. The earliest departure is at 3:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Bottrop at 8:28 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 49 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
43 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Bottrop. However, there are services departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Bottrop station via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.
Dortmund to Bottrop train services, operated by National Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Bottrop train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bottrop Hbf station.
Book your Dortmund to Bottrop train tickets online with National Express, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dortmund and Bottrop is 37.2 km. The road distance is 46 km.
You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Bottrop Hbf via Essen Hbf in around 44 min.
