How to get from Menden to Dortmund by train?

From Menden to Dortmund by train

To get from Menden to Dortmund in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RB54 train from Menden, Bahnhof station to Fröndenberg, Bahnhof station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE57 train and finally take the S1 train from Dortmund Hbf station to Dortmund Universität station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The train schedule from Menden may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Dortmund on the Moovit app.

53min
Walk to train station
Train - RB54RB54
Train - RE57RE57
Train - S1S1
Walk to Dortmund
Leaves from Menden, Bahnhof

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Menden, Bahnhof
    140 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - RB54RB54
    Wait for train
    RB54
    Fröndenberg, Bahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Fröndenberg, Bahnhof
    7 min
  • 4
    Train - RE57RE57
    Wait for train
    RE57
    Dortmund Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    24 min
  • 6
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Solingen Hbf
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dortmund Universität
    6 min
  • 8
    Walk to Dortmund
    Walk to
    Dortmund
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Menden to Dortmund by bus and train

To get from Menden to Dortmund in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the RB54 train from Menden, Bahnhof station to Fröndenberg, Bahnhof station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE57 train and finally take the 445 bus from Dortmund Hörde Bf station to Dortmund Universität station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The train schedule from Menden may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Dortmund on the Moovit app.

67min
Walk to train station
Train - RB54RB54
Train - RE57RE57
Bus - 445445
Walk to Dortmund
Leaves from Menden, Bahnhof

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Menden, Bahnhof
    140 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - RB54RB54
    Wait for train
    RB54
    Fröndenberg, Bahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Fröndenberg, Bahnhof
    7 min
  • 4
    Train - RE57RE57
    Wait for train
    RE57
    Dortmund Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dortmund Hörde Bf
    17 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dortmund Hörde Bf
    30 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 445445
    Wait for bus
    445
    Dortmund Otto-Hahn-Straße
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dortmund Universität
    24 min
  • 9
    Walk to Dortmund
    Walk to
    Dortmund
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Menden to Dortmund

The distance between Menden, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Dortmund, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 40.27 km, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Menden to Dortmund by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Menden to Dortmund

To check the train schedule from Menden to Dortmund using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Menden) and destination (Dortmund), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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From Menden to Dortmund by bus and train

To get from Menden to Dortmund in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the RB54 train from Menden, Bahnhof station to Fröndenberg, Bahnhof station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE57 train and finally take the 445 bus from Dortmund Hörde Bf station to Dortmund Universität station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The train schedule from Menden may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Dortmund on the Moovit app.

67min
Walk to train station
Train - RB54RB54
Train - RE57RE57
Bus - 445445
Walk to Dortmund
Leaves from Menden, Bahnhof

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Menden, Bahnhof
    140 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - RB54RB54
    Wait for train
    RB54
    Fröndenberg, Bahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Fröndenberg, Bahnhof
    7 min
  • 4
    Train - RE57RE57
    Wait for train
    RE57
    Dortmund Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dortmund Hörde Bf
    17 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dortmund Hörde Bf
    30 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 445445
    Wait for bus
    445
    Dortmund Otto-Hahn-Straße
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dortmund Universität
    24 min
  • 9
    Walk to Dortmund
    Walk to
    Dortmund
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Train line RB54, Train line RE57, Train line S1.

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

    The alternative route takes 67 minutes, using Train line RB54, Train line RE57, Bus line 445.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

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

    The RB54 train line goes from Menden, Bahnhof station near Menden to Fröndenberg, Bahnhof station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Fröndenberg, Bahnhof station near Dortmund in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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

    The total travel time between Menden and Dortmund in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train is about 53 min.

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

    Get on the RB54 train from the Menden, Bahnhof station near Menden in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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

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

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