The cheapest and fastest buses from Brussels to Dortmund
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Dortmund will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 3 buses that leave Brussels for Dortmund on Thu, Nov 27, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct buses cover the 229 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest buses will take 7 h 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.

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Compare train and bus for Brussels to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €276.
Distance: 229 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€34 Average price Cheapest | €92 Average price | €630 Average price |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 28m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brussels to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Dortmund buses for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 2:45 PM Central Station | 3h45 | 6:30 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 PM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 6h15 | 9:10 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 7h00 | 7:20 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels to Dortmund
Buses from Brussels to Dortmund run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:31, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 229 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 229 km |
Average bus duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 00:31 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus from Brussels to DortmundYou can travel by bus between Brussels to Dortmund with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Brussels to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bruxelles, Gare du Nord, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Brussels to Dortmund
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
- 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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