What is the cheapest way to get from Bottrop to Dortmund?

The cheapest way to get from Bottrop to Dortmund is to drive which costs €6 - €10 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bottrop to Dortmund?

The fastest way to get from Bottrop to Dortmund is to drive which takes 30 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Bottrop and Dortmund?

No, there is no direct bus from Bottrop to Dortmund station. However, there are services departing from BOT ZOB Berliner Platz and arriving at Dortmund central bus station via Essen central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Bottrop and Dortmund?

No, there is no direct train from Bottrop to Dortmund. However, there are services departing from Bottrop Hbf and arriving at Dortmund Hbf via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Bottrop to Dortmund?

The distance between Bottrop and Dortmund is 45 km. The road distance is 47.1 km.

How do I travel from Bottrop to Dortmund without a car?

The best way to get from Bottrop to Dortmund without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs €4 - €29.

How long does it take to get from Bottrop to Dortmund?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Bottrop to Dortmund, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bottrop to Dortmund bus from?

Bottrop to Dortmund bus services, operated by Vestische Strassenbahnen GmbH, depart from BOT ZOB Berliner Platz station.

Where do I catch the Bottrop to Dortmund train from?

Bottrop to Dortmund train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, depart from Bottrop Hbf station.

Train or bus from Bottrop to Dortmund?

The best way to get from Bottrop to Dortmund is to train which takes 39 min and costs €4 - €29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €19 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Bottrop to Dortmund bus arrive?

Bottrop to Dortmund bus services, operated by Vestische Strassenbahnen GmbH, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Bottrop to Dortmund train arrive?

Bottrop to Dortmund train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bottrop to Dortmund?

Yes, the driving distance between Bottrop to Dortmund is 47 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Bottrop to Dortmund.

How do I get a train ticket from Bottrop to Dortmund?

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Bottrop to Dortmund - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Bottrop to Dortmund by train (Eurostar), bus, train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bottrop Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re14
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain Re
39 min
€5–28
Bus, train via Essen Hbf
1. Take the bus from BOT ZOB Berliner Platz to Essen Hbfbus Sb16
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain Re
53 min
€5–28
Drive 47.1 km
1. Drive from Bottrop to Dortmundcar 47.1 km
30 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bottrop to Dortmundtaxi 47.1 km
30 min
€130–160
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from BOT ZOB Berliner Platz to Gelsenkirchen Hbfbus Sb29
2. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 47 / ...
56 min
€6–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from BOT ZOB Berliner Platz to Essen Hbfbus Sb16
2. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Dortmund central bus stationbus 081 / ...
2h 38m
€15–18

Bottrop to Dortmund by train

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Distance: 45.5 km
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Bottrop, Germany and Dortmund, Germany?

You can take a train from Bottrop Hbf to Dortmund Hbf via Essen Hbf in around 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from BOT ZOB Berliner Platz to Dortmund central bus station via Essen Hbf and Essen central train station in around 2h 38m.

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