The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dortmund to Bratislava
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
15 h 45 m
Average duration
17 h 6 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
785 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dortmund to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Bratislava will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
Of the 5 buses that leave Dortmund for Bratislava every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 785 km distance in an average of 17 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 28 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 Dortmund to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 785 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£66 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price |
14h 38m Average total duration 14h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 32m Average total duration Fastest 11h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dortmund to Bratislava bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Bratislava coaches for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:45 Dortmund | 18h10 | 15:55 Bratislava | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 14 November | |||||
![]() | 10:00 Dortmund | 16h00 | 02:00 Bratislava | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Dortmund | 15h45 | 03:45 Bratislava | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:26 Dortmund | 21h34 | 16:00 Bratislava | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:27 Dortmund | 20h28 | 15:55 Bratislava | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Bratislava
Buses from Dortmund to Bratislava run on average 30 times per day, taking around 14h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £33 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 785 km distance in 15h 35m.
Distance 785 km |
Average bus duration 14h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Buses per day 30 |
Fastest bus 15h 35m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Dortmund to BratislavaYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Bratislava with FlixBus for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dortmund to Bratislava coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Bratislava 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 Bratislava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund and Bratislava
- 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
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Mlynské (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 21, 25, 50, 70
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 29, 30, 37, 70 Tram: 4
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