The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Enschede
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
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 £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Dortmund to Enschede you need to make at least one change.
ICE 208 · RB 20208
ICE 206 · RB 20212
ICE 616 · RB 20210
ICE 208 · RB 20208
ICE 206 · RB 20212
ICE 616 · RB 20210Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dortmund to Enschede
Omio 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 prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£33 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dortmund to Enschede train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Enschede trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:25 Dortmund | 2h19 | 06:44 Enschede | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:17 Dortmund | 2h40 | 07:57 Enschede | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:35 Dortmund | 2h52 | 08:27 Enschede | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:33 Dortmund | 3h11 | 09:44 Enschede | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:17 Dortmund | 3h03 | 16:20 Enschede | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Enschede
Trains from Dortmund to Enschede run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 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 54m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:33 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Eurobahn from Dortmund to Enschede trainsDeutsche Bahn, Eurobahn trains will get you between Dortmund and Enschede from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Eurobahn
FAQs: Dortmund to Enschede train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund and Enschede
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
- S&E Café
- S&E Imbiss
- Strobels
- Rosenterassen
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Stationsplein.
- Restaurant Fellini Enschede
- De Kater
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- IntercityHotel Enschede
- Van der Valk Hotel Enschede
- U Parkhotel
- Located in the main hall
- 885 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Germany and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and Sprinter services
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