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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Bonn is to rideshare which costs €5 - €10 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Bonn is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Bonn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund central bus station station and arriving at Bonn UN Campus. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Bonn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Bonn Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Bonn?

The distance between Dortmund and Bonn is 126 km. The road distance is 115.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Bonn without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs €22 - €90.

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

The train from Dortmund Hbf to Bonn Hbf takes 1h 38m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Bonn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Bonn train from?

Dortmund to Bonn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Bonn?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Bonn is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs €22 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus via Köln/Bonn Flughafen Terminal 2, which costs and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Dortmund to Bonn bus arrive?

Dortmund to Bonn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Dortmund to Bonn train arrive?

Dortmund to Bonn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bonn Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Bonn?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Bonn is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Dortmund to Bonn.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund to Bonn?

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Where can I stay near Bonn?

There are 1488+ hotels available in Bonn.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Bonn?

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

Dortmund to Bonn - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and line 18 tram

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There are 6 ways to get from Dortmund to Bonn by train, bus, rideshare, tram, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Bonn Hbftrain 55 / ...
1h 38m
€22–90
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dortmund to Bonnrideshare 114.5 km
1h 36m
€5–10
Bus via Köln/Bonn Flughafen Terminal 2
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Cologne Airport CGNbus 264 / ...
2. Take the bus from Köln/Bonn Flughafen Terminal 2 to Bonn Marktbus Sb60
2h 40m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Bonn UN Campusbus FlixBus 027 / ...
2h 45m
€9–16
Train, line 18 tram
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Koeln-Muelheimtrain Re
2. Take the tram from Köln Mülheim Bf Mülheim to Bonn Hbftram 18
2h 51m
Drive 115.7 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Bonncar 115.7 km
1h 16m
€17–24

Dortmund to Bonn by train

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Distance: 126.3 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Bonn Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €22–90 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Bonn Markt via Köln/Bonn Flughafen Terminal 2 in around 2h 40m.

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