How much does a train ticket from Essen to Dortmund cost?

The average train ticket price from Essen to Dortmund is $22. The best way to find train tickets from Essen to Dortmund is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Essen to Dortmund?

A train trip between Essen and Dortmund is around 27m, although the fastest train will take about 21m. This is the time it takes to travel the 20 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Essen and Dortmund?

The number of trains from Essen to Dortmund can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Dortmund by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Dortmund?

Trains traveling between Essen and Dortmund leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Dortmund Hauptbahnhof.

What are the best sights and things to do in Dortmund?

Once in Dortmund, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Signal Iduna Park, Brewery Museum, Dortmund Zoo, Steinwache Memorial and Museum, DASA.

Trains from Essen to Dortmund | FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus

TodayApr 24

from $5

TomorrowApr 25

from $5

SatApr 26

SunApr 27

MonApr 28

from $4

TueApr 29

WedApr 30

ThuMay 1

Trains leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 25 at 11:04am
Departure city: Essen
Departure location: HBF
Arrival time: April 25 at 11:33am
Destination city: Dortmund
Destination location: Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Operated by: Flixtrain
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 29m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 25 at 5:05pm
Departure city: Essen
Departure location: HBF
Arrival time: April 25 at 5:33pm
Destination city: Dortmund
Destination location: Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Operated by: Flixtrain
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 28m
Departure time: April 25 at 5:05pm
Departure city: Essen
Departure location: HBF
Arrival time: April 25 at 5:33pm
Destination city: Dortmund
Destination location: Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Operated by: Flixtrain
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 28m

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Train Essen to Dortmund: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$22

Average train trip duration27m

Number of daily trains4

Earliest train departure6:00am

Distance20 miles (32 km)

Latest train departure8:33pm

Train Companies

FlixTrain

Deutsche Bahn

FlixBus

3.5/58,379 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, TGV inOui, Slovak Rail, Eurostar

Essen to Dortmund Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Dortmund?

Stops in Essen

A - HBF

B - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

Stops in Dortmund

A - Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

Frequently asked questions for your trip Essen - Dortmund

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/22

$4

04/23

$5

Today

$5

04/25

$5

04/26

$5

04/27

$5

04/28

$4

04/29

$4

The cheapest trip from Essen to Dortmund was searched and found on Apr 22, 2025 with a price of $4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Dortmund, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $4 to $6 for a train ticket from Essen to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $4 which is on 2025-04-28.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Essen to Dortmund is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Dortmund you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Essen and Dortmund, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Essen to Dortmund.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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Train Essen to Dortmund: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Dortmund?

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How much does a train ticket from Essen to Dortmund cost?

How long is the train trip from Essen to Dortmund?

How many daily trains are there between Essen and Dortmund?

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Dortmund?

What are the best sights and things to do in Dortmund?

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