How far is Dortmund from Essen by coach?

The journey from Essen to Dortmund by coach covers an approximate distance of 20 miles (32 km).

Is there a way to reach Dortmund from Essen without a car?

You can reach Dortmund from Essen by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Essen to Dortmund from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Dortmund on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1h 5m	18:50	Dortmund	No tags

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We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £1, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

40mAverage duration

20 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £6	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£5 - £31	Average duration23m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£1 - £4	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Dortmund?

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
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B
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
C
Dortmund Bushaltestelle
Dortmund, Germany
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D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany

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Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11443 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Dortmund

How far is Dortmund from Essen by coach?
The journey from Essen to Dortmund by coach covers an approximate distance of 20 miles (32 km).
Is there a way to reach Dortmund from Essen without a car?
You can reach Dortmund from Essen by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.