The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kassel to Dortmund
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kassel to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Dortmund will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 8 buses that leave Kassel for Dortmund every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 143 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 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 Kassel to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 3m. 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 coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 143 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Kassel to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kassel to Dortmund coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 16:20 Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof | 2h10 | 18:30 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 23 November | |||||
FlixBus | 10:20 Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof | 2h25 | 12:45 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof | 2h10 | 14:45 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kassel to Dortmund
Buses from Kassel to Dortmund run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 143 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 143 km |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 09:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Kassel to DortmundYou can travel by bus between Kassel to Dortmund with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kassel to Dortmund coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel 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 Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof, which is located around 2.8 miles (4.5 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kassel and Dortmund
- 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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