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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Bottrop is to drive which costs €6 - €10 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Bottrop is to drive which takes 33 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Bottrop?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund station to Bottrop. However, there are services departing from Dortmund central bus station and arriving at BOT ZOB Berliner Platz via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Bottrop?

No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Bottrop. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Bottrop Hbf via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Dortmund to Bottrop?

The distance between Dortmund and Bottrop is 46 km. The road distance is 46.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Bottrop without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs €4 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Dortmund to Bottrop, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Bottrop bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Bottrop train from?

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

Train or bus from Dortmund to Bottrop?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Bottrop is to train which takes 45 min and costs €4 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €19 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Dortmund to Bottrop bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dortmund to Bottrop train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dortmund to Bottrop?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Bottrop is 47 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Dortmund to Bottrop.

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

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Where can I stay near Bottrop?

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bottrop Hbftrain Re14
45 min
€4–28
Train, bus via Essen Hbf
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to BOT ZOB Berliner Platzbus Sb16
1h 9m
€5–29
Drive 46.7 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Bottropcar 46.7 km
33 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dortmund to Bottroptaxi 46.7 km
33 min
€130–160
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to BOT ZOB Berliner Platzbus Sb29
1h 43m
€5–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen central train stationbus 081 / ...
2. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to BOT ZOB Berliner Platzbus Sb16
2h 15m
€16–19

Dortmund to Bottrop by train

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Distance: 45.5 km
Duration: 45 min

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

You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Bottrop Hbf via Essen Hbf in around 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dortmund central bus station to BOT ZOB Berliner Platz via Essen central train station and Essen Hbf in around 2h 15m.

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