How to get to Duisburg from Dortmund

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Compare train and coach for Dortmund to Duisburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Duisburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 49 km

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£13

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£8

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1h 6m

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36m

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2h 5m

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1h 35m

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55m

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The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Duisburg is a coach with an average price of £3.

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Duisburg:

A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Duisburg costing on average £13.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Duisburg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 6m.

Other travel options to Duisburg take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dortmund and Duisburg including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 19m sooner (36m by train vs 55m by car). Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Dortmund to Duisburg

How to get to Duisburg from Dortmund by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Dortmund to Duisburg is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain
    20:260h44
    Dortmund Hbf
    21:10Duisburg Hbf
    £71One-way
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  • FlixTrainFlixTrain
    20:260h44
    Dortmund Hbf
    21:10Duisburg Hbf
    £71One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain
    20:260h44
    Dortmund Hbf
    21:10Duisburg Hbf
    £71One-way
    0 changes

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Best day trips from Duisburg by train

The most popular day trips by train from Duisburg are Düsseldorf, Cologne, Essen, Dortmund and Münster. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Duisburg on Omio.

A view of Düsseldorf

Day trip from Duisburg to Düsseldorf by train

Why visit Düsseldorf for the day?

Düsseldorf is known for fashion, contemporary art and its lively Altstadt on the Rhine. Sleek shopping streets, traditional breweries and bold modern architecture give it a polished yet sociable character.

A view of Cologne

Day trip from Duisburg to Cologne by train

Why visit Cologne for the day?

Cologne is known for its towering cathedral, Roman heritage and relaxed Rhineland spirit. Museums, riverfront views and a strong brewing culture give the city an open, sociable feel.

A view of Dortmund

Day trip from Duisburg to Dortmund by train

Why visit Dortmund for the day?

Dortmund is a Ruhr city known for football, brewing heritage and its industrial roots. Former worksites, parks and modern cultural venues give it a practical, lively character.

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FAQs: Dortmund to Duisburg

Travel to Duisburg 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 Duisburg.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Dortmund and Duisburg including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Duisburg is a coach with an average price of £3.

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Duisburg:

A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Duisburg costing on average £13.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Duisburg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 6m.

Other travel options to Duisburg take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 5m.

The Dortmund to Duisburg distance is approximately 49 km.
The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Duisburg is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Duisburg as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dortmund to Duisburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Duisburg Hbf.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Duisburg.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dortmund to Duisburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain to go to Duisburg by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Duisburg by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Dortmund to Duisburg with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
  • 1 direct coaches per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Dortmund to Duisburg often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Berlin, Munich, Hamburg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Duisburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Dortmund to Duisburg, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
To explore Duisburg's main attractions, such as the Landschaftspark, Inner Harbour, and the Tiger & Turtle sculpture, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.

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