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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Kalkar is to rideshare which costs €5 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Kalkar is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs €15 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Kalkar?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund to Kalkar. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Kalkar Markt via Wesel Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Kalkar?

No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Kalkar. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Empel-Rees via Oberhausen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Kalkar?

The distance between Dortmund and Kalkar is 115 km. The road distance is 105.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Kalkar without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €25 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Dortmund to Kalkar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Kalkar bus from?

Dortmund to Kalkar bus services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Kalkar train from?

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

Train or bus from Dortmund to Kalkar?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Kalkar is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €25 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Dortmund to Kalkar bus arrive?

Dortmund to Kalkar bus services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Oberhausen Hbf station.

Where does the Dortmund to Kalkar train arrive?

Dortmund to Kalkar train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Oberhausen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Kalkar?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Kalkar is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Dortmund to Kalkar.

Where can I stay near Kalkar?

There are 643+ hotels available in Kalkar.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Kalkar?

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

Dortmund to Kalkar - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Oberhausen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Empel-Reestrain Re
2h 38m
€26–71
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dortmund to Kalkarrideshare 105 km
1h 38m
€5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund Hbf to Oberhausen Hbfbus Re3
2. Take the bus from Wesel Bahnhof to Kalkar Marktbus X27
3h 17m
€23–39
Train via Xanten Bahnhof
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Duisburg Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Xanten Bahnhoftrain Rb31
2h 48m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Steele Strain S1
2. Take the train from Essen Steele S to Wesel Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the bus from Wesel Bahnhof to Kalkar Marktbus X27
4h 1m
€23–37
Drive 105.4 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Kalkarcar 105.4 km
1h 13m
€15–22

Dortmund to Kalkar by train and bus

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2h 38mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115.5 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Kalkar Markt via Oberhausen Hbf, Empel-Rees, and Rees Empel Bf in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dortmund Hbf to Kalkar Markt via Oberhausen Hbf, Oberhausen Hbf, Wesel, and Wesel Bahnhof in around 3h 17m.

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