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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Chemnitz is to rideshare which costs €19 - €26 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Chemnitz is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Chemnitz?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund to Chemnitz station. However, there are services departing from Dortmund and arriving at Chemnitz central bus station via Brunswick central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Chemnitz?

No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Chemnitz. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Chemnitz Hbf via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Chemnitz?

The distance between Dortmund and Chemnitz is 551 km. The road distance is 448.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Chemnitz without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs €100 - €380.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Dortmund to Chemnitz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Chemnitz bus from?

Dortmund to Chemnitz bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Dortmund station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Chemnitz train from?

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

Train or bus from Dortmund to Chemnitz?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Chemnitz is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs €100 - €380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Dortmund to Chemnitz bus arrive?

Dortmund to Chemnitz bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Braunschweig, Berliner Platz station.

Where does the Dortmund to Chemnitz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dortmund to Chemnitz?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Chemnitz is 449 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Dortmund to Chemnitz.

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

Book your Dortmund to Chemnitz train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Dortmund to Chemnitz bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chemnitz?

There are 877+ hotels available in Chemnitz.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Chemnitz?

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

Dortmund to Chemnitz - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromDortmund to Chemnitz

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 7 ways to get from Dortmund to Chemnitz by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Chemnitz Hbftrain Re
6h 12m
€102–380
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dortmund to Chemnitzrideshare 448 km
4h 56m
€19–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund to Braunschweig, Berliner Platzbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Brunswick central station to Chemnitz central bus stationbus 182 / ...
7h 41m
Drive 448.5 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Chemnitzcar 448.5 km
4h 7m
€64–93
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane DUS - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Chemnitz Hbftrain
5h 9m
€162–452
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Chemnitz Hbftrain
6h 20m
€187–517
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Chemnitz Hbftrain
6h 17m
€143–416

Dortmund to Chemnitz by train

119Weekly Trains

6h 12mAverage Duration

€102Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dortmund to Chemnitz.

Launch map view

Distance: 551.4 km
Duration: 6h 12m

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

You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Chemnitz Hbf via Leipzig Hbf in around 6h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dortmund to Chemnitz central bus station via Brunswick central station in around 7h 41m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.