The cheapest and fastest buses from Berlin to Dortmund
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 57 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
422 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Dortmund will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 12 buses that leave Berlin for Dortmund on Wed, May 27, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 422 km distance in an average of 5 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 6 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus11:35 PM6h10Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz5:45 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:55 PM5h50Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)5:45 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:20 AM6h15Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz9:35 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:20 AM6h55Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)4:15 PMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:40 AM5h55Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)9:35 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:10 AM5h35Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee)5:45 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€411One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:55 PM5h50Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)5:45 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:40 AM5h55Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)9:35 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:35 PM6h10Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz5:45 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:20 AM6h15Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz9:35 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €62.
Distance: 422 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€35 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price | €217 Average price |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Dortmund buses for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:35 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 6h10 | 5:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h50 | 5:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 27 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:10 AM Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee) | 5h35 | 5:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h40 | 10:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 8h05 | 10:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 6h15 | 9:35 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h55 | 9:35 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h00 | 1:45 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 7h25 | 1:45 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 6h55 | 4:15 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 7h35 | 6:20 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 7h00 | 6:20 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Dortmund
Buses from Berlin to Dortmund run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €13 by train.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 422 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 422 km |
Average bus duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Berlin to DortmundYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Dortmund with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Berlin to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Dortmund by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Berlin to Dortmund
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Bistro Central (0.2 km)
- Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 452, 453, 460 Metro: U41, U45, U47, U49 Train: S1, S2, S5
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