1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
2 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
3 h 34 m
Trains on 09 Sept
3
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Enschede is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Enschede will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Dortmund to Enschede you need to make at least one change.
ICE 1541 · 90044 · 20200
ICE 920 · 20350 · RE RS23
ICE 616 · 20210
ICE 616 · 20210
ICE 920 · 20350 · RE RS23
ICE 1541 · 90044 · 20200Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Enschede among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 87 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Enschede:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Enschede costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Enschede take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 5m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-10.00. The journey takes 1h 50m versus 1h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Enschede trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 612 · 20218 | On time 13:25 Dortmund Hbf | 2h02 | 15:27 Enschede station | 1 change | |
ICE 516 · 20230 | On time 19:25 Dortmund Hbf | 2h02 | 21:27 Enschede station | 1 change | |
ICE 514 · 20234 | On time 21:25 Dortmund Hbf | 2h02 | 23:27 Enschede station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Dortmund to Enschede run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:33 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Discover the best of Enschede — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Enschede trip today.
Leading museum for textile history, machinery and design, reflecting Enschede’s industrial past through interactive displays.
Art museum with modern and contemporary works, changing exhibitions and a respected collection in Roombeek.
Compact gallery and project space known for contemporary visual art, design and experimental exhibitions in the city centre.
Central market square lined with historic façades, shops and terraces, ideal for people-watching and exploring the old centre.
Revived district shaped after the fireworks disaster, now known for architecture, museums and creative urban atmosphere.
Large city park with lawns, paths, ponds and monuments, popular for a relaxed walk close to the centre.
A soft white bread roll from Twente, traditionally filled with currants or raisins and eaten at Easter. It is a well-known regional festive bake.
A rich rye loaf from Twente, baked slowly for a dense, slightly sweet flavour. It reflects the region’s old farmhouse baking tradition.
A traditional Twente currant loaf, usually enjoyed sliced with butter. It is a classic regional bake linked to family gatherings and celebrations.
Stylish restaurant in Roombeek serving refined seasonal dishes in a modern setting. Good for a relaxed but polished dinner.
Popular brewery venue pouring Grolsch beers with hearty Dutch and international dishes. Lively, informal atmosphere near the city centre.
Well-known pancake restaurant for Dutch pannenkoeken with many toppings. Casual and family-friendly, ideal for a traditional local meal.
Moderate for the Netherlands: dining and hotels cost less than Amsterdam, while local buses and everyday coffee remain fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Enschede by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Enschede, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dortmund to Enschede trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Enschede station pair, with some services arriving at Enschede De Eschmarke. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Enschede train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dortmund Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund-Scharnhorst is 5 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Scharnhorst has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: S&E Café, S&E Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst.
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Enschede has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fellini Enschede, De Kater
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Enschede. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Enschede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Enschede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Enschede: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Enschede: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Enschede, Van der Valk Hotel Enschede, U Parkhotel.
Enschede De Eschmarke is 3 km from Enschede city centre. Public transport options include:
Enschede De Eschmarke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Enschede De Eschmarke.
Available at Enschede De Eschmarke: Parking.
Available at Enschede De Eschmarke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Enschede De Eschmarke.
Glanerbrug is 5 km from Enschede city centre. Public transport options include:
Glanerbrug has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Glanerbrug.
ATMs are available at Glanerbrug.
Available at Glanerbrug: Parking.
Available at Glanerbrug: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glanerbrug.
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