The cheapest and fastest buses from Dortmund to Munich
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€61
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dortmund to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Munich will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Of the 13 buses that leave Dortmund for Munich on Fri, Dec 26, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 26 the direct buses cover the 477 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Fri, Dec 26 the slowest buses will take 9 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.


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Compare train and bus for Dortmund to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. 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 €22, and a flight costs an average of €165.
Distance: 477 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€40 Average price Cheapest | €135 Average price | €245 Average price |
10h 35m Average total duration 10h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Dortmund to Munich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Munich buses for today, Thursday, December 25. 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 | 8h45 | 5:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 9h25 | 9:25 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 10h40 | 4:20 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 11h05 | 4:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 12h20 | 6:00 AM München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 12h35 | 7:10 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 11h20 | 7:35 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 12h25 | 4:35 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Munich
Buses from Dortmund to Munich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 477 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 477 km |
Average bus duration 10h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 02:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie from Dortmund to MunichYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Munich with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dortmund to Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Munich 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 Munich, 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 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB), located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dortmund to Munich
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
- Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
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