- Distance: 33.7 km
- Duration: 29 min
The average train between Essen and Dortmund takes 29 min and the fastest train takes 18 min. The train runs at least 7 times per hour from Essen to Dortmund. 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 10 minutes between Essen and Dortmund. The earliest departure is at 12:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Dortmund at 12:37 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 29 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Dortmund Hbf station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.
Essen to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.
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The distance between Essen and Dortmund is 32.1 km. The road distance is 37 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €5–13 and the journey takes 24 min. Seven other operators also service this route.
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