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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | HBF | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Fastest | |||||
| HBF | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Essen to Dortmund: Trip Overview
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Essen to Dortmund Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Dortmund
How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Dortmund cost?
The average train ticket price from Essen to Dortmund is US$15. The best way to find cheap 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 25m, although the fastest train will take about 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 32 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train 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 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Dortmund by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Essen to Dortmund?
When taking the train from Essen to Dortmund, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Dortmund?
Trains travelling between Essen and Dortmund leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Dortmund Hauptbahnhof.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Dortmund was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$3To 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 US$3 to US$53 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 US$3, which is on 2025-11-05.
Usually Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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 personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey 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 105m, 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 60m under the Great Wall of China!
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