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Rijksmuseum Twenthe
Leading art museum with modern and contemporary works, including major Dutch artists. A top cultural stop with a strong permanent collection.
Cheapest price on Sep 01
€24
Average ticket price on Sep 01
€27
Fastest journey on Sep 01
1 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
2 h
Trains on Sep 01
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Enschede will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
It's difficult to get from Dortmund to Enschede without transferring at least once.
ICE 206 · 20208
ICE 204 · 20212
ICE 616 · 20210
ICE 204 · 20212
ICE 206 · 20208
ICE 616 · 20210Omio 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 bus, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, while a train costs an average of €30.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Enschede:
A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Enschede costing on average €30.
Other travel options to Enschede take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 5m.
Tickets start at around €30 compared to roughly €19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-11.09. The journey takes 1h 50m versus 1h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Enschede trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 206 · 20208 | On time 8:28 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1h59 | 10:27 AM Enschede station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 616 · 20210 | On time 9:25 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2h02 | 11:27 AM Enschede station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 204 · 20212 | On time 10:28 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1h59 | 12:27 PM Enschede station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Dortmund to Enschede run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
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Discover the best of Enschede — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Enschede trip today.
Leading art museum with modern and contemporary works, including major Dutch artists. A top cultural stop with a strong permanent collection.
Museum in Roombeek about Enschede’s textile history and everyday life. Strong storytelling makes it essential for understanding the city.
Contemporary art space on the University of Twente campus with changing exhibitions, architecture, and crossovers between art and science.
Lively central square lined with historic buildings, terraces, and events. It is the social heart of Enschede and ideal for first-time visitors.
Revitalized district shaped after the 2000 fireworks disaster. Its mix of architecture, culture, and memory makes it one of Enschede’s key areas.
Large city park founded in the 19th century with lawns, paths, and monuments. A favorite green escape close to the center.
Twente krentenwegge is a rich currant bread served at celebrations. This regional specialty from Twente is dense, sweet, and deeply tied to local baking traditions.
Kniepertjes are thin rolled waffles from Twente, traditionally eaten around New Year. They are crisp, lightly sweet, and a classic local festive treat.
Bakleverworst is a traditional Twente liver sausage, often sliced and pan-fried. It is a rustic regional meat dish long associated with farmhouse cooking.
Well-regarded fine dining restaurant focused on creative modern plates and carefully presented courses. Suitable for a special evening out.
Stylish restaurant known for refined seasonal cooking and polished service. Good choice for a higher-end dinner in central Enschede.
Established brewery venue serving Grolsch beers and hearty Dutch dishes in a relaxed setting. Ideal for local beer and regional flavors.
Moderate for the Netherlands. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller Dutch towns, but transit is manageable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
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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.

Most Dortmund to Enschede trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Enschede station pair, with some services arriving at Enschede De Eschmarke. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Enschede train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dortmund Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund-Scharnhorst is 5 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Scharnhorst has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: S&E Café, S&E Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Scharnhorst.
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Enschede has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fellini Enschede, De Kater
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Enschede. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Enschede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Enschede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Enschede: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Enschede: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Enschede, Van der Valk Hotel Enschede, U Parkhotel.
Enschede De Eschmarke is 3 km from Enschede city centre. Public transport options include:
Enschede De Eschmarke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Enschede De Eschmarke.
Available at Enschede De Eschmarke: Parking.
Available at Enschede De Eschmarke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Enschede De Eschmarke.
Glanerbrug is 5 km from Enschede city centre. Public transport options include:
Glanerbrug has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Glanerbrug.
ATMs are available at Glanerbrug.
Available at Glanerbrug: Parking.
Available at Glanerbrug: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glanerbrug.
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