Train from Dortmund to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Essen on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixtrainTrain
    		Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
    		HBFCheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 14:21 CET.

    Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Essen

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £2, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    6carpool per day
    30mAverage duration
    20 milesDistance
    1kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average price£5 - £6Average duration55m
    1kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average price£5 - £32Average duration22m
    1kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average price£2 - £5Average duration30m
    1kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Essen by train

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

    1. How much does a train ticket cost from Dortmund to Essen?

      The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Essen start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £13. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Essen?

      The average train journey time from Dortmund to Essen is 22m, covering a distance of 20 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 16m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

    3. Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Essen route?

      Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Essen?

      The earliest train from Dortmund to Essen departs at 06:20. And the latest train departs at 20:26.

    5. Which 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.

    6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Essen?

      According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

    7. Which train operator has the most punctual service 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.

    8. 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.

    Best price found
    30/11
    £4
    01/12
    £3
    Today
    £3
    03/12
    £3
    04/12
    £2
    05/12
    £2
    06/12
    £2
    07/12
    £2
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dortmund to Essen was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £2

    To 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 £2 to £41 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 £2, which is on 2025-12-04.

    Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE 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.

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