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Compare train for Dortmund to Meppen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Meppen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, while a train costs an average of $47.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$47 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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You'll arrive about 34m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 2h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $47 compared to roughly $30 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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How to get from Dortmund to Meppen by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Dortmund to Meppen is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

7:28 AM 1h59 Dortmund 9:27 AM Meppen $43 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:28 AM 1h59 Dortmund 9:27 AM Meppen $43 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest

7:25 AM 1h42 Dortmund 9:07 AM Meppen $50 1 One-way 0 transfers
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6:25 AM 1h42 Dortmund 8:07 AM Meppen $50 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Meppen as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Meppen station.
- Travel with WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn to go to Meppen by train.
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