How to get from Dortmund to Altena by train?

From Dortmund to Altena by train

To get from Dortmund to Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), take the S1 train from Dortmund Universität station to Dortmund Hbf station. Next, take the RE34 train from Dortmund Hbf station to Altena, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min.

78min
Walk to train station
Train - S1S1
Train - RE34RE34
Leaves from Dortmund Universität

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dortmund Universität
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Dortmund Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - RE34RE34
    Wait for train
    RE34
    Siegen Hbf
  • 6
    Ride to train station Altena, Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Altena, Bahnhof
    44 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Dortmund to Altena by bus and train

To get from Dortmund to Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the X13 bus from Dortmund Universität station to Huckarde Nord - Dortmund station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RB43 train and finally take the RE34 train from Dortmund Hbf station to Altena, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min.

109min
Walk to bus stationBus - X13
X13
Train - RB43RB43
Train - RE34RE34
Leaves from Dortmund Universität

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  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dortmund Universität
    100 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - X13X13
    Wait for bus
    X13
    Datteln Bus Bf
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Huckarde Nord - Dortmund
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dortmund Huckarde Nord
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RB43RB43
    Wait for train
    RB43
    Dortmund Hbf
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    90 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - RE34RE34
    Wait for train
    RE34
    Siegen Hbf
  • 9
    Ride to train station Altena, Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Altena, Bahnhof
    44 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dortmund to Altena

The distance between Dortmund, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Altena, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 59.52 km, which can typically be travelled in 78 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dortmund to Altena by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Dortmund

Dortmund is located at Dortmund, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and the nearest public transit station is Dortmund Universität.

Train stations close to Dortmund:

  • Dortmund Universität

Bus stations close to Dortmund:

  • Dortmund Universität
  • Dortmund Emil-Figge-Straße
  • Dortmund Refa Center

Gondola stations close to Dortmund:

  • Dortmund Universität
  • Dortmund Campus Süd
  • Dortmund Technologiezentrum

Public transit stations close to Altena, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)

Altena is located at Altena, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and the nearest public transit station is Altena, Stadtwerke.

Train stations close to Altena:

  • Altena, Bahnhof

Bus stations close to Altena:

  • Altena, Stadtwerke
  • Altena, Post Bstg 2
  • Altena, Mittlere Brücke

Related Routes

From Dortmund to Altena by bus and train

To get from Dortmund to Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the X13 bus from Dortmund Universität station to Huckarde Nord - Dortmund station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RB43 train and finally take the RE34 train from Dortmund Hbf station to Altena, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min.

109min
Walk to bus stationBus - X13
X13
Train - RB43RB43
Train - RE34RE34
Leaves from Dortmund Universität

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dortmund Universität
    100 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - X13X13
    Wait for bus
    X13
    Datteln Bus Bf
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Huckarde Nord - Dortmund
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dortmund Huckarde Nord
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RB43RB43
    Wait for train
    RB43
    Dortmund Hbf
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    90 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - RE34RE34
    Wait for train
    RE34
    Siegen Hbf
  • 9
    Ride to train station Altena, Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Altena, Bahnhof
    44 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Altena?

    The fastest way takes 78 minutes, using Bus line S1, Bus line RE34.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Dortmund to Altena?

    The alternative route takes 109 minutes, using Bus line X13, Bus line RB43, Bus line RE34.

  • Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 18 min.

  • Which train line goes from Dortmund to Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    The S1 train line goes from Dortmund Universität station near Dortmund to Dortmund Hbf station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Dortmund Hbf station near Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)

  • How long does it take to travel from Dortmund to Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train?

    The total travel time between Dortmund and Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train is about 1 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Dortmund to get to Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get on the S1 train from the Dortmund Universität station near Dortmund in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Dortmund and Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia)?

    Get off the train at the Dortmund Hbf station, which is closest to Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).