The cheapest and fastest buses from Düsseldorf to Dortmund
- Cheapest price on Nov 15
- €3
- Average ticket price on Nov 15
- €3
- Fastest journey on Nov 15
- 20 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 15
- 32 m
- Buses on Nov 15
- 5
- Distance
- 58 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Dortmund will cost around €3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
On Sun, Nov 15, we found 5 buses from Düsseldorf to Dortmund, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sun, Nov 15 the slowest buses will take 40 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.

1:49 AM 0h20 Düsseldorf 2:09 AM Dortmund €3 1 One-way 0 transfers
5:00 PM 0h20 Düsseldorf 5:20 PM Dortmund €3 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:00 AM 0h40 Düsseldorf 8:40 AM Dortmund €4 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:20 AM 0h40 Düsseldorf 11:00 AM Dortmund €4 1 One-way 0 transfers
6:20 PM 0h40 Düsseldorf 7:00 PM Dortmund €4 1 One-way 0 transfers

5:00 PM 0h20 Düsseldorf 5:20 PM Dortmund €3 1 One-way 0 transfers
1:49 AM 0h20 Düsseldorf 2:09 AM Dortmund €3 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:00 AM 0h40 Düsseldorf 8:40 AM Dortmund €4 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:20 AM 0h40 Düsseldorf 11:00 AM Dortmund €4 1 One-way 0 transfers
6:20 PM 0h40 Düsseldorf 7:00 PM Dortmund €4 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Düsseldorf to Dortmund
Take a bus from Düsseldorf to Dortmund and enjoy the approximately 58 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 20:40.
Distance 58 km |
First bus 2:15 AM |
Last bus 8:40 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Frequently asked questions about your Düsseldorf to Dortmund trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Düsseldorf to Dortmund.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Dortmund buses for today, Saturday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 AM Düsseldorf | 0h20 | 7:20 AM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:10 PM Düsseldorf | 0h20 | 2:30 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:50 PM Düsseldorf | 0h20 | 5:10 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Düsseldorf | 0h30 | 6:30 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Düsseldorf | 0h20 | 9:20 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:49 AM Düsseldorf | 0h20 | 2:09 AM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Bus from Düsseldorf to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Dortmund 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 Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Düsseldorf to Dortmund
Most Düsseldorf to Dortmund buses use the Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf to Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Dortmund bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do buses to Dortmund leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf bus station facilities and services
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Which Dortmund station do buses from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Getting to Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf bus station facilities and services
Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Express (in the station), Bistro Central (0.2 km), Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Bus stations for Düsseldorf to Dortmund
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