The average train between Dortmund and Emmen takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Dortmund to Emmen. 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 Dortmund and Emmen. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 8:53 PM which arrives into Emmen at 7:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Enschede and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 57m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dortmund to Emmen? 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 Dortmund to Emmen. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf station and arriving at Emmen station via Enschede station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
Dortmund to Emmen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Emmen train services, operated by Blauwnet, arrive at Emmen station.
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The distance between Dortmund and Emmen is 145.7 km. The road distance is 184 km.
You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Emmen via Enschede, Almelo, and Mariënberg in around 4h 11m.