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

The cheapest way to get from Venlo to Dortmund is to rideshare which costs €5 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Venlo to Dortmund is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Venlo and Dortmund?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Venlo Station station and arriving at Dortmund central bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Venlo and Dortmund?

No, there is no direct train from Venlo to Dortmund. However, there are services departing from Venlo and arriving at Dortmund Hbf via Viersen Bahnhof and Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Venlo to Dortmund?

The distance between Venlo and Dortmund is 111 km. The road distance is 100.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Venlo to Dortmund without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs €17 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Venlo to Dortmund, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Venlo to Dortmund bus from?

Venlo to Dortmund bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Venlo Station.

Where do I catch the Venlo to Dortmund train from?

Venlo to Dortmund train services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Venlo station.

Train or bus from Venlo to Dortmund?

The best way to get from Venlo to Dortmund is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs €17 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €15 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Venlo to Dortmund bus arrive?

Venlo to Dortmund bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dortmund central bus station.

Where does the Venlo to Dortmund train arrive?

Venlo to Dortmund train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Viersen station.

Can I drive from Venlo to Dortmund?

Yes, the driving distance between Venlo to Dortmund is 101 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Venlo to Dortmund.

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

Book your Venlo to Dortmund train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Venlo to Dortmund bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Dortmund?

There are 1369+ hotels available in Dortmund.

Can I share a ride from Venlo to Dortmund?

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

Venlo to Dortmund - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Venlo to Dortmund by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Venlo to Viersentrain
2. Take the train from Viersen Bahnhof to Duisburg Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain Re
1h 44m
€18–78
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Venlo to Dortmundrideshare 101.1 km
1h 30m
€5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Venlo Station to Dortmund central bus stationbus 023 / ...
2h 15m
€8–15
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Venlo to Düsseldorf Hbftrain Sneltrein RE13 / ...
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 47 / ...
2h 1m
€20–78
Drive 100.6 km
1. Drive from Venlo to Dortmundcar 100.6 km
1h 6m
€18–26

Venlo to Dortmund by train

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Distance: 111.3 km
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Venlo, Netherlands and Dortmund, Germany?

You can take a train from Venlo to Dortmund Hbf via Viersen, Viersen Bahnhof, and Duisburg Hbf in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Venlo Station to Dortmund central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €8–15 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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