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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Dortmund to Brussels
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dortmund to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Brussels will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 7 buses that leave Dortmund for Brussels on Sun, Dec 21, 7 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 229 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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 Brussels
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. 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 €18, and a flight costs an average of €296.
Distance: 229 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€37 Average price Cheapest | €86 Average price | €341 Average price |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 4h 14m 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
Dortmund to Brussels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Brussels 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus | 2:55 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 6h05 | 9:00 AM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
 0 | 7:05 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 3h55 | 11:00 AM Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:40 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 6h45 | 2:25 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Brussels
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Buses from Dortmund to Brussels run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:31, the last at 22:25. The fastest bus covers the 229 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 229 km |
Average bus duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 00:31 |
Last bus 22:25 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus from Dortmund to BrusselsYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Brussels with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dortmund to Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Brussels 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 Brussels, 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 Brussels, you can end your journey in coach stations like Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), Bruxelles, Gare du Nord and Brussels, Boulevard Pachéco (Congrès).
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 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), located 2.7 miles (4.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dortmund to Brussels
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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