Driving from Essen to Dortmund
Dortmund lies 32 km (20 mi) east of Essen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 29 min without stops, over roughly 39 km (24 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Essen | Dortmund | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 593,085 | 588,462 |
| Elevation | 83 m (272 ft) | 96 m (315 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 45127–45359 | 44135–44388 |
Where to book car hire from Essen to Dortmund
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Staying in Dortmund
Our booking partner lists 274 places to stay in Dortmund. Of the 149 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (86). Across 80 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8 out of 10. Guests have left 131,080 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Dortmund from Essen?
32 km (20 mi) in a straight line, east of Essen; by road roughly 39 km (24 mi).
How long does it take to get from Essen to Dortmund by car?
About 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Essen and Dortmund?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where can I stay in Dortmund?
Our booking partner lists 274 places to stay in Dortmund, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.