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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf
Cheapest price
$132
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
475 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.
It's difficult to get from Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 2048 · ICE 940 · 895609:22 AM7h21Dresden Hbf4:43 PMBottrop Hbf$1321One-way2 transfers- RJ 384 · ICE 1546 · 895548:53 AM6h50Dresden Hbf3:43 PMBottrop Hbf$1471One-way2 transfers
- IC 2178 · ICE 848 · 8957211:35 AM7h08Dresden Hbf6:43 PMBottrop Hbf$1471One-way2 transfers
- S1 · IC 2270 · ICE 940 · 895609:30 AM7h13Dresden Hbf4:43 PMBottrop Hbf$1511One-way3 transfers
- RJ 384 · ICE 1546 · 895548:53 AM6h50Dresden Hbf3:43 PMBottrop Hbf$1471One-way2 transfers
- IC 2178 · ICE 848 · 8957211:35 AM7h08Dresden Hbf6:43 PMBottrop Hbf$1471One-way2 transfers
- S1 · IC 2270 · ICE 940 · 895609:30 AM7h13Dresden Hbf4:43 PMBottrop Hbf$1511One-way3 transfers
- IC 2048 · ICE 940 · 895609:22 AM7h21Dresden Hbf4:43 PMBottrop Hbf$1321One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $256.
Distance: 295 miles (475 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$145 Average price | $256 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf:
A bus is $108 (€88) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf costing on average $145 (€117).
A bus is $220 (€178) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf costing on average $256 (€207).
Other travel options to Bottrop Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 59m.
Bus takes on average 7h 35m.
Tickets start at around $145 (€117) compared to roughly $101 (€81) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-43.99 (€-35.54). The journey takes 6h 59m versus 5h 14m 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.
Live departures
Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJ 384 · ICE 1546 · 89554 | On time 8:53 AM Dresden Hbf | 6h50 | 3:43 PM Bottrop Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2048 · ICE 940 · 89560 | On time 9:22 AM Dresden Hbf | 7h21 | 4:43 PM Bottrop Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S1 · IC 2270 · ICE 940 · 89560 | 9:30 AM Dresden Hbf | 7h13 | 4:43 PM Bottrop Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 2178 · ICE 848 · 89572 | On time 11:35 AM Dresden Hbf | 7h08 | 6:43 PM Bottrop Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf
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Trains from Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $145 (€117) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:44, the last at 07:44. The fastest train covers the 295 miles (475 km) distance in 6h 59m.
Distance 295 miles (475 km) |
Average train duration 6h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $145 (€117) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 59m |
First train 7:44 AM |
Last train 7:44 AM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Dresden Hbf to Bottrop Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Dresden Hbf and Bottrop Hbf from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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