The average train between Dortmund and Kempen takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Dortmund to Kempen. 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 4 hours between Dortmund and Kempen. The earliest departure is at 12:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Kempen at 12:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Duisburg Hbf and take an average of 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 49m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dortmund to Kempen? 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 Kempen. However, there are services departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Kempen station via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Dortmund to Kempen train services, operated by FlixTrain GmbH, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Kempen train services, operated by FlixTrain GmbH, arrive at Krefeld Hbf station.
Book your Dortmund to Kempen train tickets online with FlixTrain GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dortmund and Kempen is 74.5 km. The road distance is 84 km.
You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Kempen Bahnhof via Duisburg Hbf and Krefeld Hbf in around 1h 33m.