The average train between Dortmund and Essen Hbf takes 35 min and the fastest train takes 21 min. The train runs at least 5 times per hour from Dortmund to Essen Hbf. 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 and Essen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 10:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 9:23 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf at 10:05 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 35 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Essen Hbf station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Every 4 hours. The journey takes approximately 35 min.
Dortmund to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Dortmund to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Eurobahn, National Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dortmund and Essen Hbf is 32.1 km. The road distance is 34 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €6–27 and the journey takes 24 min. Seven other operators also service this route.