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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Geilenkirchen is to drive which costs €18 - €28 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Geilenkirchen is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €18 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Geilenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund to Geilenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Dortmund and arriving at Herzogenrath, Bahnhof via Aachen, Bushof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Geilenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Geilenkirchen. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Geilenkirchen?

The distance between Dortmund and Geilenkirchen is 148 km. The road distance is 132.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Geilenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €27 - €120.

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

The train from Dortmund Hbf to Geilenkirchen takes 2h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Geilenkirchen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Geilenkirchen train from?

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

Train or bus from Dortmund to Geilenkirchen?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Geilenkirchen is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €27 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 47 bus, which costs and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Dortmund to Geilenkirchen bus arrive?

Dortmund to Geilenkirchen bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where does the Dortmund to Geilenkirchen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dortmund to Geilenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Geilenkirchen is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Dortmund to Geilenkirchen.

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

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Dortmund to Geilenkirchen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 47 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Geilenkirchentrain Re
2h 4m
€27–120
Drive 132.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dortmund to Geilenkirchencar 132.7 km
1h 25m
€19–28
Bus, line 47 bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bushof to Herzogenrath, Bahnhofbus 47 / ...
2h 44m
Train via Essen
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen West Strain S1
2. Take the train from Essen West S to Geilenkirchen, Bftrain Rb33
3h 10m
€31–55

Dortmund to Geilenkirchen by train

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Distance: 147.6 km
Duration: 2h 4m

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

National Express operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Geilenkirchen hourly, and the journey takes 2h 4m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dortmund to Geilenkirchen via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße, Aachen, Bushof, Herzogenrath, Bahnhof, and Herzogenrath in around 2h 44m.

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