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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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 | Train | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | HBF | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | HBF | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Dortmund to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dortmund and Essen?
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Essen by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Dortmund to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Essen start at ZAR 92. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 378. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dortmund to Essen?
The average train trip from Dortmund to Essen takes 22m and covers 32 km. The quickest train gets you there in 21m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Essen?
The earliest train from Dortmund to Essen departs at 6:10am. The latest train departs at 8:27pm.
What is the best train operator from Dortmund to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Dortmund to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dortmund to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Essen was searched and found on Jun 18, 2026 with a price of ZAR 49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dortmund to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ZAR 49 to ZAR 905 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 49 which is on 2026-06-18.
Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.
