The cheapest and fastest buses from Dortmund to Stuttgart
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€52
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dortmund to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Stuttgart will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 11 buses that leave Dortmund for Stuttgart on Sun, Dec 21, 5 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 327 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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 Stuttgart
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Stuttgart 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 flight which can get you there in 5h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €300.
Distance: 327 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price | €409 Average price |
7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Stuttgart bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Stuttgart 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 | 4:10 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 7h35 | 11:45 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:10 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 8h36 | 12:46 PM Stuttgart | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:35 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 9h10 | 8:45 PM Stuttgart | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 8h30 | 8:05 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 9h25 | 3:05 AM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 8h40 | 2:20 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 9h15 | 3:50 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 8h35 | 4:50 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Stuttgart
Buses from Dortmund to Stuttgart run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €13 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 327 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 327 km |
Average bus duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie from Dortmund to StuttgartYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Stuttgart with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dortmund to Stuttgart
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Dortmund, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Dortmund Signal-Iduna-Park, Dortmund and Dortmund, Hauptbahnhof. When arriving in Stuttgart, you can end your trip in coach stations like Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB, Stuttgart, Obertürkheim Bahnhof and Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dortmund Signal-Iduna-Park, which is located around 2.7 miles (4.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB, located 8.6 miles (13.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dortmund to Stuttgart
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Local Bakery (in the station)
- Available outside the station for convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 122, 806, X3 Train: S2, S3
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