The cheapest and fastest buses from Dortmund to Zagreb
Cheapest price
€61
Average price
€100
Fastest journey
18 h 15 m
Average duration
19 h 21 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
889 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dortmund to Zagreb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Zagreb will cost around €100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.
Of the 10 buses that leave Dortmund for Zagreb on Fri, Nov 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 14 the direct buses cover the 889 km distance in an average of 19 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 15 m .
On Fri, Nov 14 the slowest buses will take 20 h 24 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 bus and train for Dortmund to Zagreb
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 889 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€71 Average price Cheapest | €109 Average price | €248 Average price |
20h 25m Average total duration 19h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 18m Average total duration 15h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dortmund to Zagreb bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Zagreb buses for today, Thursday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 21h55 | 8:40 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 22h45 | 3:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 18h15 | 3:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 18h25 | 3:10 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:26 AM Dortmund Hbf | 20h24 | 7:50 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 19h50 | 7:50 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 22h00 | 11:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 25h25 | 2:50 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:31 PM Dortmund Hbf | 22h19 | 2:50 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Zagreb
Buses from Dortmund to Zagreb run on average 8 times per day, taking around 19h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €47 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 889 km distance in 18h 25m.
Distance 889 km |
Average bus duration 19h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 18h 25m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Dortmund to ZagrebYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Zagreb with FlixBus for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dortmund to Zagreb
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Zagreb 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 Zagreb, 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 Zagreb, Bus Station, located 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dortmund to Zagreb
- 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
- Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 8 Tram: 2, 6
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