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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Erkelenz is to bus which costs €11 - €27 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Erkelenz is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Erkelenz?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund station to Erkelenz station. However, there are services departing from Dortmund central bus station and arriving at Mönchengladbach central train station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Erkelenz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Erkelenz. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Erkelenz?

The distance between Dortmund and Erkelenz is 128 km. The road distance is 110.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Erkelenz without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €23 - €100.

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

The train from Dortmund Hbf to Erkelenz takes 1h 51m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Erkelenz bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Erkelenz train from?

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

Train or bus from Dortmund to Erkelenz?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Erkelenz is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €23 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €27 and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Dortmund to Erkelenz bus arrive?

Dortmund to Erkelenz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mönchengladbach central train station.

Where does the Dortmund to Erkelenz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dortmund to Erkelenz?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Erkelenz is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Dortmund to Erkelenz.

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

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

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Dortmund to Erkelenz - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dortmund to Erkelenz by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Erkelenztrain Re
1h 51m
€23–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Mönchengladbach central train stationbus 1304
2h 7m
€11–27
Drive 110.1 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Erkelenzcar 110.1 km
1h 14m
€16–23
Train via Essen
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen West Strain S1
2. Take the train from Essen West S to Erkelenz, Bftrain Rb33
2h 46m
€27–50

Dortmund to Erkelenz by train

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Distance: 127.8 km
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Dortmund, Germany and Erkelenz, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Erkelenz hourly, and the journey takes 1h 51m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Mönchengladbach central train station once daily. Tickets cost €8–14 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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