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Compare train and bus for Dortmund to Nijmegen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Nijmegen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, while a train costs an average of $61.
Distance: 72 miles (117 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Dortmund to Nijmegen
Compare the available ways to get from Dortmund to Nijmegen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Nijmegen:
A bus is $43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Nijmegen costing on average $61.
Other travel options to Nijmegen take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 2m.
Tickets start at around $61 compared to roughly $33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$27. The journey takes 2h 6m versus 1h 57m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Dortmund to Nijmegen
How to get from Dortmund to Nijmegen by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Dortmund to Nijmegen is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus5:10 PM 2h20 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf 7:30 PM Nijmegen, Tunnelweg $14 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus5:10 PM 2h20 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf 7:30 PM Nijmegen, Tunnelweg $14 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
ICE 217 · ICE 220 · IC 30318:40 AM 2h07 Dortmund Hbf 10:47 AM Nijmegen station $67 1 One-way 2 transfers
Other options
31255 · ICE 128 · IC 303910:33 AM 2h14 Dortmund Hbf 12:47 PM Nijmegen station $43 1 One-way 2 transfers
89874 · IC 3135+
200149:03 AM 2h29 Dortmund Hbf 11:32 AM Nijmegen station $58 1 One-way 2 transfers
89876 · IC 3139+
2001610:03 AM 2h29 Dortmund Hbf 12:32 PM Nijmegen station $58 1 One-way 2 transfers
FlixTrain+
FlixBus4:27 PM 3h03 Dortmund Hbf 7:30 PM Nijmegen, Tunnelweg $20 1 One-way 1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Nijmegen:
A bus is $43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Nijmegen costing on average $61.
Other travel options to Nijmegen take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 2m.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Nijmegen as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Nijmegen station.
- Buses mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Nijmegen, Tunnelweg.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Nijmegen by bus.
- Travel with VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn to go to Nijmegen by train.
- 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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