4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Kraków to Dortmund
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€53
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€65
Fastest journey on Sep 23
13 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
15 h 2 m
Buses on Sep 23
20
Distance
890 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kraków to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Dortmund will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 20 buses from Kraków to Dortmund, including 5 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct buses cover the 890 km distance in an average of 15 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 24 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest buses will take 15 h 45 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus6:35 PM19h10Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station1:45 PMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€531One-way1 transfer- FlixBus · FlixBus1:35 PM16h10Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA5:45 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€531One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus+
FlixTrain8:55 PM15h29Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA12:24 PMDortmund Hbf€531One-way1 transfer - FlixBus · FlixBus11:30 AM16h50Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA4:20 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€541One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain6:35 PM17h49Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station12:24 PMDortmund Hbf€541One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus+FlixTrain7:00 AM13h24Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA8:24 PMDortmund Hbf€571One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus2:45 AM15h00Kraków, Airport5:45 PMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€721One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus+FlixTrain8:55 PM15h29Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA12:24 PMDortmund Hbf€531One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus2:15 AM15h30Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA5:45 PMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€751One-way0 transfers
04:15 PM15h45Kraków8:00 AMDortmund€821One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Kraków to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €77 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €77, while a flight costs an average of €391.
Distance: 890 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€77 Average price Cheapest | €391 Average price | €98 Average price |
16h 30m Average total duration 16h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 3m Average total duration 12h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kraków to Dortmund:
A bus is €22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Dortmund costing on average €98.
A bus is €314 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Dortmund costing on average €391.
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 33m.
Bus takes on average 16h 0m.
Live departures
Kraków to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Dortmund buses for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 16h10 | 5:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Kraków, Airport | 18h15 | 9:35 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 0 | 4:15 PM Kraków | 15h45 | 8:00 AM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:25 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 17h20 | 10:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 6:35 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 17h49 | 12:24 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Krakow, Czyżyny Bus Station | 19h10 | 1:45 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Kraków, Airport | 17h30 | 1:45 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 8:15 PM Kraków, Airport | 16h09 | 12:24 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 PM Kraków, Airport | 20h20 | 5:00 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 8:55 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 15h29 | 12:24 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 8:55 PM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 16h50 | 1:45 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Kraków, Airport | 19h20 | 5:45 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
| FlixBus | 2:15 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 15h30 | 5:45 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 2:45 AM Kraków, Airport | 17h39 | 8:24 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 2:45 AM Kraków, Airport | 15h00 | 5:45 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 7:00 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 13h24 | 8:24 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 16h50 | 4:20 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Kraków, Airport | 16h20 | 4:20 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kraków to Dortmund
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Germany
Buses from Kraków to Dortmund run on average 13 times per day, taking around 16h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €41 but you can travel from only €40 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 890 km distance in 14h 0m.
Distance 890 km |
Average bus duration 16h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 14h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Sindbad from Kraków to DortmundYou can travel by bus between Kraków to Dortmund with FlixBus, Sindbad for as low as €40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Kraków to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków 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.
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- Sindbad
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Sindbad
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sindbad
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Sindbad
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require prior arrangement.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kraków to Dortmund
Most Kraków to Dortmund buses use the Kraków, Airport to Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Kraków and Dortmund bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Kraków station do buses to Dortmund leave from?
Getting to Kraków, Airport from Kraków city centre
Kraków, Airport is 9 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Airport bus station facilities and services
Kraków, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Kraków (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA from Kraków city centre
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA bus station facilities and services
Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Polish Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Krakow, Czyżyny Dworzec from Kraków city centre
Which Dortmund station do buses from Kraków 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.
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