Day trip from Bremerhaven to Dortmund
Dortmund lies 239 km (148 mi) south of Bremerhaven, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 239 km (148 mi) apart, Dortmund is a realistic day trip from Bremerhaven: about 3 h 53 min each way by road.
| Bremerhaven | Dortmund | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 118,610 | 588,462 |
| Elevation | 2 m (7 ft) | 96 m (315 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 27568–27580 | 44135–44388 |
Where to book tours and tickets in 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 Bremerhaven?
239 km (148 mi) in a straight line, south of Bremerhaven; by road roughly 291 km (181 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bremerhaven to Dortmund by road?
About 3 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bremerhaven 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.