How to get from Ahlen to Dorsten by bus and train?

From Ahlen to Dorsten by bus and train

To get from Ahlen to Dorsten in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the RE6 train from Ahlen (Westf) Bf station to Her Wanne-Eickel Hbf - Herne station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE42 train and finally take the SB25 bus from Recklinghausen Hbf station to Dorsten Willy-Brandt-Ring station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Ahlen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dorsten on the Moovit app.

126min
Train - RE6RE6
Train - RE42RE42
Bus - SB25SB25
Walk to Dorsten
Leaves from Ahlen (Westf) Bf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ahlen
  • 2
    Train - RE6RE6
    Wait for train
    RE6
    Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Her Wanne-Eickel Hbf - Herne
    52 min
  • 4
    Train - RE42RE42
    Wait for train
    RE42
    Münster Hauptbahnhof
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Recklinghausen Hbf
    7 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Recklinghausen Hbf
    180 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - SB25SB25
    Wait for bus
    SB25
    Dorsten Zob Dorsten
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dorsten Willy-Brandt-Ring
    37 min
  • 9
    Walk to Dorsten
    Walk to
    Dorsten
    1.54 km • 20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ahlen to Dorsten

The distance between Ahlen, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Dorsten, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 98.47 km, which can typically be travelled in 126 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ahlen to Dorsten by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Ahlen to Dorsten

To check the bus and train schedule from Ahlen to Dorsten using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ahlen) and destination (Dorsten), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ahlen to Dorsten?

    The fastest way takes 126 minutes, using Train line RE6, Train line RE42, Bus line SB25.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 6 min.

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

    The RE6 train line goes from Her Wanne-Eickel Hbf - Herne station near Ahlen to Recklinghausen Hbf station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Recklinghausen Hbf station near Dorsten in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • How long does it take to travel from Ahlen to Dorsten in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ahlen and Dorsten in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train and bus is about 2 hr 6 min.

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

    Get on the RE6 train from the Her Wanne-Eickel Hbf - Herne station near Ahlen in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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

    Get off the train at the Recklinghausen Hbf stop, which is closest to Dorsten in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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