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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Berlin to Dortmund
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
422 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Berlin to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Dortmund will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 15 buses that leave Berlin for Dortmund every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 422 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Berlin to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £92.
Distance: 422 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price | £221 Average Price |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg 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
Berlin to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Dortmund coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus | 04:45 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 8h00 | 12:45 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 05:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 7h25 | 12:45 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 6h55 | 16:15 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:45 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 7h35 | 17:20 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 7h00 | 17:20 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:35 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 6h10 | 04:45 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:55 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h50 | 04:45 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:10 Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee) | 5h35 | 04:45 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 7 December | |||||
| FlixBus | 02:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 6h15 | 08:35 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 02:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h55 | 08:35 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Dortmund
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Buses from Berlin to Dortmund run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £19 by train.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 422 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 422 km |
Average bus duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Berlin to DortmundYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Dortmund with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Berlin to Dortmund coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Dortmund by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), which is located around 6.6 miles (10.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Dortmund
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Vapiano (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 120, 123, 142, 147, 245 Metro: U55 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Ostbahnhof (in the station)
- Burgermeister (0.5 km)
- Trattoria Portofino (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 140, 147, 240, 248 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
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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