The cheapest and fastest buses from Dortmund to Bonn
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dortmund to Bonn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Bonn will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 1 buses that leave Dortmund for Bonn on Tue, Nov 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 11 the direct buses cover the 91 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dortmund to Bonn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Bonn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 91 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€10 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price |
2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dortmund to Bonn bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Bonn buses for today, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 3h55 | 12:40 PM Bonn, Museumsmeile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 3h15 | 2:50 PM Bonn, Museumsmeile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2h25 | 7:50 PM Bonn, Museumsmeile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2h25 | 9:00 PM Bonn, Museumsmeile | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Bonn
Buses from Dortmund to Bonn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 91 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 91 km |
Average bus duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 03:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Dortmund to BonnYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Bonn with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dortmund to Bonn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Bonn 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 Bonn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Dortmund, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Dortmund, Dortmund, Hauptbahnhof and DO, Dortmund Hbf S U. When arriving in Bonn, you can end your trip in coach stations like Bonn Friedensplatz, Bonn, Museumsmeile and Bonn Hauptbahnhof.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dortmund, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bonn Friedensplatz, located 0.2 miles (365 m) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dortmund to Bonn
- 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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