The cheapest and fastest buses from Stuttgart to Dortmund
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
9 h 5 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stuttgart to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Dortmund will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Of the 8 buses that leave Stuttgart for Dortmund on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 327 km distance in an average of 9 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 10 h 20 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+
FlixTrain10:45 PM10h42Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe9:27 AMDortmund Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
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FlixTrain10:50 PM10h37Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof9:27 AMDortmund Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus3:30 PM10h20Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe1:50 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€391One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:40 AM9h05Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe9:45 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€391One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:50 PM10h25Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof9:15 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€411One-way1 transfer
FlixBus6:40 PM7h25Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe2:05 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€511One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:40 AM8h50Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe6:30 PMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€641One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus12:40 AM9h05Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe9:45 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€391One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:30 PM9h45Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe9:15 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€421One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus3:30 PM10h20Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe1:50 AMDortmund, ZOB am Hbf€391One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 15m. 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 €21, and a flight costs an average of €200.
Distance: 327 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price Cheapest | €73 Average price | €398 Average price |
7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m 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
Stuttgart to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Dortmund buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 10h15 | 9:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 9h05 | 9:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 8h50 | 6:30 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 10h20 | 1:50 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 7h25 | 2:05 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:45 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 10h42 | 9:27 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 10h25 | 9:15 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:50 PM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 10h37 | 9:27 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stuttgart to Dortmund
Buses from Stuttgart to Dortmund run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 327 km distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 327 km |
Average bus duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o. from Stuttgart to DortmundYou can travel by bus between Stuttgart to Dortmund with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o. for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Stuttgart to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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.
- Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o.
- A passenger can receive a partial refund if a written request is submitted at least 24 hours before the journey (25% fee) or between 24 and 12 hours before (50% fee)
- tickets cannot be canceled or refunded within 12 hours of departure.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o.
- An additional fee may be charged by the driver for storing luggage in the compartment, with prices varying by route.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Stuttgart to Dortmund
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Swabian Delights (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 122, 806, 828 Train: S2, S3
- 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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