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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dortmund to Essen Hbf

Composite routes from Dortmund to Essen Hbf

Cheapest
27 min
Car
36 km.
from $1

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.00–$10.81

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.81–$16.54

Ecolines

Phone:
+371 67 214 512
Email:
info@ecolines.lv
Website:
ecolines.net/
Bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.81–$44.53

Grandes Tour

Phone:
+38 (044) 444 00 44
Website:
grandes-tour.com.ua/
Bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
3 times a week

DB Bus

Phone:
+49 30 311682904
Website:
bahn.com/en
Bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.63–$10.81

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.99–$63.61

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.72–$30.53

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.54–$15.27
Bus from Dortmund Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
info@flixbus.de
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.05–$4.58

Eurobahn

Phone:
0180 6 9 27 37 27
Email:
info@eurobahn.de
Website:
eurobahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$12.09–$16.54

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Dortmund to Essen
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.00

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Essen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Essen Hbf is to rideshare which costs $2.57 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Essen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 21 min and costs $2.61 - $54.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf Kruppstrasse/Am Thyssenhaus. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Dortmund to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Dortmund and Essen Hbf is 34 km. The road distance is 37.2 km.

How do I travel from Dortmund to Essen Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs $2.61 - $54.35 .

How long does it take to get from Dortmund to Essen Hbf?

The train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Essen Hbf bus from?

Dortmund to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Essen Hbf train from?

Dortmund to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 21 min and costs $2.61 - $54.35 . Alternatively, you can bus via Essen Hbf Kruppstrasse/Am Thyssenhaus, which costs and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Dortmund to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

Dortmund to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Essen Hbf Kruppstrasse/Am Thyssenhaus station.

Where does the Dortmund to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Dortmund to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Essen Hbf is 37 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Dortmund to Essen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Dortmund to Essen Hbf?

Book your Dortmund to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund to Essen Hbf?

Book your Dortmund to Essen Hbf bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 1891+ hotels available in Essen Hbf. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Essen Hbf?

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