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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Xanten is to drive which costs €13 - €19 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Xanten is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs €13 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Xanten?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund to Xanten. However, there are services departing from Dortmund and arriving at Xanten Bahnhof via DU- Hbf Westeingang and Moers Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Xanten?

No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Xanten. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Xanten Bahnhof via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Xanten?

The distance between Dortmund and Xanten is 97 km. The road distance is 90.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Xanten without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Dortmund to Xanten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Xanten bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Xanten train from?

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

Train or bus from Dortmund to Xanten?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Xanten is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Dortmund to Xanten bus arrive?

Dortmund to Xanten bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Mercatorstraße, Duisburg station.

Where does the Dortmund to Xanten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dortmund to Xanten?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Xanten is 91 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Dortmund to Xanten.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Dortmund to Xanten by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Duisburg Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Xanten Bahnhoftrain Rb31
2h 14m
Drive 90.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dortmund to Xantencar 90.7 km
1h 1m
€13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund to Mercatorstraße, Duisburgbus
2. Take the bus from DU- Hbf Westeingang to Moers Bahnhofbus 921 / ...
3. Take the bus from Moers Bahnhof to Xanten Bahnhofbus
3h 15m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Dorsten Bftrain Rb43
2. Take the bus from Dorsten ZOB Dorsten to Wesel Bahnhofbus X05 / ...
3h 32m
€20–32

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Distance: 97 km
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Xanten Bahnhof via Duisburg Hbf in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dortmund to Xanten Bahnhof via Mercatorstraße, Duisburg, DU- Hbf Westeingang, and Moers Bahnhof in around 3h 15m.

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