The cheapest and fastest buses from Dortmund to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
201 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dortmund to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Amsterdam will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 10 buses that leave Dortmund for Amsterdam on Sun, Dec 21, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 201 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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.
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Compare train and bus for Dortmund to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 59m. 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 €12, and a flight costs an average of €297.
Distance: 201 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €58 Average price | €426 Average price |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg 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
Dortmund to Amsterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Amsterdam buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:10 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 4h05 | 9:15 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 3h55 | 11:35 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 4h15 | 11:55 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 4h15 | 3:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 3h50 | 2:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 3h20 | 6:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 4h05 | 8:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 3h45 | 8:25 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:15 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 6h30 | 7:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 6h05 | 7:20 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Amsterdam
Buses from Dortmund to Amsterdam run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 201 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 201 km |
Average bus duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus from Dortmund to AmsterdamYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Amsterdam with FlixBus, Ourbus for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dortmund to Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), located 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dortmund to Amsterdam
- 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
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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