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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Düsseldorf to Dortmund
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€3
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
28 m
Buses per day
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 €2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Düsseldorf for Dortmund on Sun, Feb 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Feb 15 the direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sun, Feb 15 the slowest buses will take 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Düsseldorf to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 58 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price |
1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Dortmund buses for today, Saturday, February 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:20 PM Düsseldorf | 0h30 | 4:50 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 PM Düsseldorf | 0h20 | 5:20 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 PM Düsseldorf | 0h40 | 6:40 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 PM Düsseldorf | 0h20 | 7:20 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 PM Düsseldorf | 1h00 | 10:00 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:30 AM Düsseldorf | 0h30 | 7:00 AM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:00 AM Düsseldorf | 0h30 | 11:30 AM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:00 PM Düsseldorf | 0h20 | 2:20 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Düsseldorf to Dortmund
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Buses from Düsseldorf to Dortmund run on average 4 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €6 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 20:40. The fastest bus covers the 58 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 58 km |
Average bus duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 02:15 |
Last bus 20:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Düsseldorf to DortmundYou can travel by bus between Düsseldorf to Dortmund with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Düsseldorf to Dortmund
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 725, 738, 752, 754, 834 Metro: U75, U78, U79 Train: S1, S6, S11
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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
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