What is the cheapest way to get from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM)?

The cheapest way to get from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) is to bus which costs €2 - €6 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM)?

The fastest way to get from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) is to drive which takes 39 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Ruhrgebiet and Dortmund Airport (DTM)?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruhrgebiet station to Dortmund Airport (DTM). However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Dortmund Airport via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ruhrgebiet and Dortmund Airport (DTM)?

No, there is no direct train from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM). However, there are services departing from Essen Kruppallee and arriving at Holzwickede, Bahnhof via Essen Hbf and Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM)?

The distance between Ruhrgebiet and Dortmund Airport (DTM) is 52 km. The road distance is 49.1 km.

How do I travel from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) without a car?

The best way to get from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 41m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM)?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) bus from?

Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) train from?

Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM)?

The best way to get from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs €12 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €2 - €6 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) bus arrive?

Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dortmund central bus station.

Where does the Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) train arrive?

Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Can I drive from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM)?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) is 49 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM).

Where can I stay near Dortmund Airport (DTM)?

There are 1192+ hotels available in Dortmund Airport (DTM).

Can I share a ride from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM)?

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

Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) - 7 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM) by train, bus, rideshare, car, taxi, or train (Eurostar)

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Dortmund Hbf to Dortmund Airportbus AirportExpress
1h 41m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Dortmund central bus stationbus 081 / ...
3h 14m
€2–6
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Essen Zur Villa Hügel to Essen Steele Sbus 194
2. Take the train from Essen Steele S to Dortmund Hbftrain S1
3. Take the bus from Dortmund Hbf to Dortmund Airportbus
2h 16m
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund-DTMrideshare 49.1 km
39 min
Drive 49.1 km
1. Drive from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM)car 49.1 km
39 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM)taxi 49.1 km
39 min
€140–170
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Holzwickede, Bahnhoftrain Rb59
1h 41m
€13–38

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ruhrgebiet to Dortmund Airport (DTM).

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Distance: 52.4 km
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Ruhrgebiet, Germany and Dortmund Airport (DTM), Germany?

You can take a vehicle from Essen Kruppallee to Dortmund Airport via Essen Hbf, Essen Hbf, Dortmund Hbf, Holzwickede, Bahnhof, and Holzwickede, Bahnhof in around 1h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Dortmund central bus station hourly. Tickets cost €3–5 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Three other operators also service this route.

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