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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dortmund to Kehl
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Kehl among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $55 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, while a train costs an average of $137.
Distance: 203 miles (328 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$137 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration 7h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Compare the available ways to get from Dortmund to Kehl, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Kehl:
A bus is $83 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Kehl costing on average $137 (€115).
Other travel options to Kehl take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 17m.
Tickets start at around $137 (€115) compared to roughly $78 (€65) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$59 (-€49). The journey takes 4h 40m versus 4h 35m 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.
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How to get from Dortmund to Kehl by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Dortmund to Kehl is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
7:15 AM 13h55 Dortmund 9:10 PM Kehl $32 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:15 AM 13h55 Dortmund 9:10 PM Kehl $32 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:15 AM 13h55 Dortmund 9:10 PM Kehl $32 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Kehl:
A bus is $83 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Kehl costing on average $137 (€115).
Other travel options to Kehl take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 17m.
- Around 11 trains per day.
- Around 4 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Kehl as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Kehl station.
- Buses mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Kehl, Bahnhof.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Kehl by bus.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Regional-Express, Intercity to go to Kehl by train.
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