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Trip Summary
You can pick from 24 daily train trips between Herzogenrath and Dortmund. The average train journey from Herzogenrath to Dortmund takes 2 hours and 32 minutes, but some DB Intercity-Express train trips are as short as one hour and 46 minutes.
Distance | 74 mi (120 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 46m |
Lowest price | £17.05 |
Trains per day | 14 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Herzogenrath to Dortmund?
There are 4 train lines with service from Herzogenrath to Dortmund. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 16 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 1h 46m | £19.62 |
Deutsche Bahn | 13 | 2h 26m | £26.40 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 16 | 2h 36m | £27.49 |
National Express | 2 | 2h 13m | £26.70 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Herzogenrath to Dortmund start from £17, and on average cost . Daily there are 16 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Dortmund. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Herzogenrath leaves from Herzogenrath-Alt-Merkstein and 3 other stations. And in Dortmund trains arrive at Dortmund Central Station .
From Herzogenrath to Dortmund train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 36 minutes. If you are looking to get to Dortmund faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 46 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Herzogenrath to Dortmund tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Herzogenrath at 03:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 24 scheduled trains on most days. 14 of these are direct connections to Dortmund. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Dortmund to Herzogenrath.
City Information
Dortmund
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Dortmund used to be Germany's centre of steel and coal industries, but today is better known for the Borussia soccer team. It is Westphalia's largest city, and it offers lots of parks and open spaces to guests. There are also dozens of museums and local attractions in the area.
If you're ready to explore Dortmund, plan a visit to The Alter Markt, or Old Market. This century-old structure is in a pedestrian-friendly shopping area in the centre of Old Town. Get lost amidst its galleries, boutiques, shops, restaurants, and cafes.
Your next stop could be St. Reinold's Church. Built during the 13th century, this church stands tall, with its 104-meter high tower visible from afar. If you're up to it, climb up the tower to get a sweeping view of the city.
Another interesting site to visit is the Zollern Colliery. This building used to be a coal mine, initially built in 1904. You might be picturing a dull old factory, but you'll be surprised by the stunning steel and glass structure with a red brick facade. Take a tour of the building to learn all about Dortmund's industrial past.
You can travel to Dortmund by nearly every form of transportation—we see you, hot air balloon enthusiasts. Flights operate from Dortmund Airport, and Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain provide train service. Coaches on carriers including FlixBus, Sindbad, Onebus, and Union Ivkoni connect Dortmund to cities throughout Germany and Europe.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Herzogenrath?
Main departure station: Herzogenrath-Alt-Merkstein
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Herzogenrath where you can board the train.
All train stations in Herzogenrath:
Herzogenrath-Alt-Merkstein
Herzogenrath-August-Schmidt-Platz
Bahnhofstraße
Kohlscheid
Where is the train station in Dortmund?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Dortmund Central Station
Dortmund Central Station, also known as Dortmund HBF, is Dortmund's main transport hub. The station was destroyed in a WWII air-raid, rebuilt in 1952, and now serves more than 190,000 passengers per day. Deutsche Bahn services head to cities like Berlin, Hanover, and Hamburg. Internationally, trains head to Paris, Vienna, and Zurich. Inside the station is a seating area, luggage lockers, toilets, and parking outside. There's also a Dunkin Donuts and KFC in the station if you want a quick snack, plus plenty of restaurants and shops outside if you've got some more time.
Train stations in Dortmund:
Dortmund Central Station
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