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Cheap train tickets from Dortmund to Essen

Showing times and prices for 13 Sept

Cheapest

£6

Average

£9

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest

FlixTrain

12:260h22

Dortmund Hbf

12:48Essen Hbf

£61One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

FlixTrain

16:270h21

Dortmund Hbf

16:48Essen Hbf

£61One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

FlixTrain

20:260h22

Dortmund Hbf

20:48Essen Hbf

£61One-way

0 changes

ICE 27

08:360h22

Dortmund Hbf

08:58Essen Hbf

£91One-way

0 changes

ICE 646

08:120h23

Dortmund Hbf

08:35Essen Hbf

£161One-way

0 changes

Train timetableDortmund to Essen

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday 13 September

Deutsche Bahn

ICE 646

08:120h38

Dortmund Hbf

08:50Essen Süd station

1 change

Deutsche Bahn

ICE 646

08:120h23

Dortmund Hbf

08:35Essen Hbf

0 changes

Deutsche Bahn

ICE 27

08:360h34

Dortmund Hbf

09:10Essen Süd station

1 change

Deutsche Bahn

ICE 27

08:360h22

Dortmund Hbf

08:58Essen Hbf

0 changes

Deutsche Bahn

ICE 946

09:130h37

Dortmund Hbf

09:50Essen Süd station

1 change

Deutsche Bahn

ICE 2405

09:360h34

Dortmund Hbf

10:10Essen Süd station

1 change

FlixTrain

12:260h22

Dortmund Hbf

12:48Essen Hbf

0 changes

FlixTrain

16:270h21

Dortmund Hbf

16:48Essen Hbf

0 changes

FlixTrain

20:260h22

Dortmund Hbf

20:48Essen Hbf

0 changes

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Train times from Dortmund to Essen

Showing times and prices for 13 Sept

Fastest Journey

21 m

Average

28 m

Trains per day

Distance

32 km

Of the 9 trains that leave Dortmund for Essen every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

FlixTrain

16:270h21

Dortmund Hbf

16:48Essen Hbf

£61One-way

0 changes

FlixTrain

12:260h22

Dortmund Hbf

12:48Essen Hbf

£61One-way

0 changes

FlixTrain

20:260h22

Dortmund Hbf

20:48Essen Hbf

£61One-way

0 changes

ICE 27

08:360h22

Dortmund Hbf

08:58Essen Hbf

£91One-way

0 changes

ICE 646

08:120h23

Dortmund Hbf

08:35Essen Hbf

£161One-way

0 changes

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ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Dortmund to Essen

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Pro

Seat

Cleanliness in the car

Punctuality

Cons

Cleanliness of the toilets

The train journey from Dortmund to Essen started on time. I quickly found a seat with a power socket. However, just like the wifi, I didn't need it on the short journey. What was positive for me was the cleanliness of the carriage. The toilets, on the other hand, were not exactly clean.

Pro

Speed

Cons

Toilet in compartment closed

On Tuesday, I travelled from Dortmund main station to Essen main station with the ICE 529. The journey was relatively short and the distance covered quickly. The board staff were nice and polite, hygiene was good, but unfortunately the toilet in my compartment was closed. So unfortunately I had to go to another compartment. Nevertheless, the journey was very pleasant and especially because of the price-performance ratio with only 17€ per journey, I would travel again with Deutsche Bahn from Dortmund HBF to Essen HBF.

Pro

Yes

Cons

Yes

This trip was just a dream. The wifi was fine, as were the sockets and the volume, the seating was! The staff were very friendly and always helpful and very vigilant of the hygiene in the toilet, because I was not so enthusiastic, but it was quite ok, the prices were also justified.

Pro

Staff was very nice

Car was clean

Cons

The train was late

When I took the train from Dortmund to Essen yesterday, I was unfortunately disappointed by the punctuality of the train. The train was about 20 minutes late, but the rest of the journey was very pleasant. The staff were nice and the toilets and the train in general were very clean. The wifi had a few dropouts now and then, but that's normal. Otherwise, the price was worth the trip.

Pro

Service/Price

Cons

Punctuality

Last year, I took a trip from Dortmund to Essen with DB. In fact, I was very impressed with the service. The workers were very friendly and quickly looked after my interests. You could also quickly connect your mobile phone to the wifi. The seats were very comfortable and clean. It was pleasantly quiet. The toilets were very clean and hygienic. There was no need to change planes. The price was very good, only €3.00. The only problem was that the train did not arrive on time. Otherwise, I would really heartily recommend the train journey from Dortmund to Essen. Apart from arriving on time, everything was tip-top.

Pro

Short drive

Cons

Floor quite dirty

I didn't like the journey back to Essen because there were often passengers who had harassed me. Nevertheless, the train was quite clean. The service was not so good, as the ticket inspector looked at me stupidly when I was looking for my ticket. Since the train leaves every 15 minutes, you didn't have to worry about being late because it always came back. The price-performance ratio is really good for the trip.

Pro

Speed

Punctuality

Cleanliness

WIFI

Sockets

Cons

Price

I recently took a train journey from Dortmund to Essen and have to say that I was not entirely satisfied. The price for the journey was unfortunately not particularly cheap and I had the feeling that I had paid more than I had actually expected. Nevertheless, the train journey was pleasant and comfortable overall. The train was on time and the journey went smoothly. The station in Dortmund was well equipped and there were enough seats and toilets. The display boards were also clear and informative. All in all, I can say that the train journey from Dortmund to Essen was pleasant and comfortable overall, but the price is a point of criticism. If I want to travel by train again in the future, I will definitely check beforehand exactly how much I have to pay and whether there are better offers.

Pro

Quick

Cosy

WIFI

On time

Cons

Price

I recently had the opportunity to travel by ICE from Dortmund to Essen and must say that I had a satisfactory experience overall. The train was on time and provided a pleasant and comfortable journey. The interior was modern and clean, with comfortable seats and plenty of space for luggage. Unfortunately, the price was not as reasonable as I expected. It felt like I paid a high price for the convenience and speed offered by the ICE. Although I enjoyed the journey, it would be hard for me to justify paying high prices for train travel on a regular basis. All in all, the journey by ICE from Dortmund to Essen was a pleasant and comfortable experience, but the price was regrettably a little too high. I think I will consider other means of transport when I travel to Essen in the future.

Pro

The ride was very pleasant

Cons

The staff was unfriendly

The wifi on the train was surprisingly fast. The toilets were clean and were cleaned during the journey. The price of the journey was definitely worth it. I didn't have to change trains and the train was there relatively quickly (compared to other trains). Overall, I would recommend the train to others

Pro

Fast travel time

Cons

Delay

I was travelling with the Eurobahn. There are sockets for charging at the 4-seater seats with table. The seats were comfortable and clean. There is no catering on the train as it is a local train. Accordingly, you cannot reserve a seat. The toilets are so-so, I wouldn't sit on them to do my business. I could travel directly from Neuss to Dortmund without changing trains, which is of course convenient. Price-performance ratio is top, of course. Cheaper than by car.

Pro

Price

Need to change

Personnel

Cons

Volume

Booking options

Hygiene

The journey was thoroughly enjoyable - the attractive price, the punctuality of the train and the lack of any need to change trains made the journey much easier. The staff were friendly and the reservation options proved to be excellent. Unfortunately, the inadequate noise level on the train spoilt the positive picture somewhat. Despite this minor inconvenience, the comfort was maintained thanks to the brilliant reservation options. One regrettable aspect was the lack of hygiene in the toilets, which were perceived as not being clean. Nevertheless, the positive elements outweigh the negative and the trip is considered satisfactory overall.

Overview: Train from Dortmund to Essen

Distance	20 miles
Average train duration	21 min
Average train ticket price	£8 (€9)
Train frequency	25 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 25 direct trains a day
Train providers	Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain or National Express

Trains from Dortmund to Essen cover the 20 miles long journey taking on average 21 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain or National Express. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as £3, but the average price of train tickets is £8. Travellers depart most frequently from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Essen Hbf.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain and National Express trains Dortmund to Essen

Travel to Essen from Dortmund from £3 with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain and National Express! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main operator of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Dortmund and Essen. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Deutsche Bahn from Dortmund to Essen train information:

Average Duration: 19 min
Cheapest Price: £9
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 17 a day

National Express is the leading train operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 trains a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express trains are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most trains are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Dortmund - Essen train: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

National Express from Dortmund to Essen train information:

Average Duration: 21 min
Cheapest Price: £12
National Express frequency: 7 a day

Flixtrain GmbH is a German railway company owned by Flixmobility. FlixTrain already connects many cities in Germany with its green trains. The trains run on 100 percent renewable energy. Onboard facilities: FlixTrain trains are equipped with air conditioning, toilets, USB and sockets and have plenty of legroom. You will find free WiFi on most trains and a range of food and drinks is available. There is a standard ticket that guarantees you a seat. You can take luggage with you free of charge, provided it can be stowed in the luggage racks. Find the current FlixTrain timetable for your train from Dortmund to Essen at Omio and easily book FlixTrain train tickets online.

Train information from Dortmund to Essen with FlixTrain:

Average Duration: 21 min
Cheapest Price: £3

FAQs: Dortmund to Essen train

FAQs: Travel by train from Dortmund to Essen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dortmund to Essen.

Cheap train tickets from Dortmund to Essen can start from as little as £3 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Dortmund to Essen is £8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Dortmund to Essen is 21 min to travel the 20 mile long route, with around there are 25 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Dortmund to Essen leaves at 06: 12. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Dortmund to Essen leaves at 21: 48.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Dortmund to Essen without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain or National Express. There are 25 direct trains from Dortmund to Essen each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Dortmund to Essen, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain or National Express for the best way to get you to Essen. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Essen from Dortmund and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 48.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Dortmund Hbf, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Essen Hbf, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Essen from Dortmund is worth doing with a journey time of 21 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Dortmund to Essen by train is September.

You have options as you can travel from Dortmund to Essen 2 different ways: train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund and Essen

Dortmund

Essen

The major railway station for departures from Dortmund is Dortmund Hbf. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dortmund Hbf for your trip between Dortmund and Essen.

Dortmund Hbf Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Dortmund Hbf, Königswall 15, 44137 Dortmund

Phone Number

+49 179 6088080

Ticket Office Hours

At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.