How to travel from Dortmund to Tilburg

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Compare train and bus for Dortmund to Tilburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Tilburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 21m. 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 $28, while a train costs an average of $70.

Distance: 101 miles (164 km)

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$70

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$28

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$42

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3h 21m

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2h 51m

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4h 29m

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3h 59m

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2h 26m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Compare ways to travel from Dortmund to Tilburg

Compare the available ways to get from Dortmund to Tilburg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Tilburg is a bus with an average price of $28 (€24).

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Tilburg:

A bus is $42 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Tilburg costing on average $70 (€58).

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Tilburg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 21m.

Other travel options to Tilburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dortmund and Tilburg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dortmund to Tilburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $70 (€58) compared to roughly $42 (€35) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$27 (-€23). The journey takes 2h 51m versus 2h 26m 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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from Dortmund to Tilburg

How to get from Dortmund to Tilburg by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Dortmund to Tilburg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    10:27 AM6h23
    Dortmund
    4:50 PMTilburg
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    10:27 AM6h23
    Dortmund
    4:50 PMTilburg
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    4:50 AM4h35
    Dortmund
    9:25 AMTilburg
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Dortmund to Tilburg

Travel to Tilburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dortmund to Tilburg.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Dortmund and Tilburg including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Tilburg is a bus with an average price of $28 (€24).

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Tilburg:

A bus is $42 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Tilburg costing on average $70 (€58).

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Tilburg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 21m.

Other travel options to Tilburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 29m.

The distance from Dortmund to Tilburg is approximately 101 miles (164 km).
The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Tilburg is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Tilburg as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dortmund to Tilburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Tilburg station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Tilburg, Burgemeester Brokxlaan (Station ingang Noord).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dortmund to Tilburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Eurostar to go to Tilburg by train.
  • Travel with Sindbad, FlixBus to go to Tilburg by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Dortmund to Tilburg:
  • 2 direct buses per day with Sindbad, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Dortmund to Tilburg often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels, Eindhoven, Antwerp. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Tilburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Tilburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Tilburg, visitors can enjoy Efteling, a fantasy-themed amusement park with rides and attractions, and Spoorpark, an urban park with walking paths and a lookout tower. The Tilburgse Kermis offers one of the largest funfairs in the Benelux region. For immersive art, Doloris' Meta Maze provides a unique experience with a rooftop bar. LocHal serves as a public library and cultural hub. Best sights include the TextielMuseum, focused on textiles, De Pont Museum for contemporary art, and the Natuurmuseum Brabant for natural history. The Spoorzone area features creative spaces and eateries, while the Tilburg City Hall is an architectural landmark.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Tilburg's main attractions, including its museums, parks, and cultural sites.

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