What is the cheapest way to get from Dortmund Hbf to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund Hbf to Essen is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund Hbf to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Dortmund Hbf to Essen is to train which takes 23 min and costs €2 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund Hbf and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund and arriving at Südviertel, Essen. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund Hbf and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Dortmund Hbf to Essen?

The distance between Dortmund Hbf and Essen is 34 km. The road distance is 36.3 km.

How do I travel from Dortmund Hbf to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Dortmund Hbf to Essen without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs €2 - €26.

How long does it take to get from Dortmund Hbf to Essen?

The train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dortmund Hbf to Essen bus from?

Dortmund Hbf to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund Hbf to Essen train from?

Dortmund Hbf to Essen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund Hbf to Essen?

The best way to get from Dortmund Hbf to Essen is to train which takes 23 min and costs €2 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus via Dortmund, which costs and takes 26 min.

Where does the Dortmund Hbf to Essen bus arrive?

Dortmund Hbf to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Dortmund Hbf to Essen train arrive?

Dortmund Hbf to Essen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dortmund Hbf to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund Hbf to Essen is 36 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Dortmund Hbf to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Dortmund Hbf to Essen?

Book your Dortmund Hbf to Essen train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund Hbf to Essen?

Book your Dortmund Hbf to Essen bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2582+ hotels available in Essen.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund Hbf to Essen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dortmund Hbf and Essen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
23 min
€2–26
Bus via Dortmund
1. Take the bus from Dortmund to Südviertel, Essenbus Mykolayiv
26 min
Drive 36.3 km
1. Drive from Dortmund Hbf to Essencar 36.3 km
29 min
€6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dortmund Hbf to Essentaxi 36.3 km
29 min
€100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen central train stationbus N1320 / ...
1h
€12–14
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Dortmund to Essenrideshare 36.7 km
56 min
€3

Dortmund Hbf to Essen by train

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Distance: 33.8 km
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Dortmund Hbf, Germany and Essen, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbf every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 23 min. Seven other operators also service this route. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Dortmund to Südviertel, Essen once daily, and the journey takes 19 min.

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