The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Dortmund
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
692 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Dortmund will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £77.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester for Dortmund every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 692 km distance in an average of 1 d 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 1 h 10 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 Manchester to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, and a train costs an average of £398.
Distance: 692 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£93 Average Price Cheapest | £151 Average Price | £398 Average Price |
21h 18m Average total duration 20h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 52m Average total duration 10h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:10 Manchester | 22h30 | 10:40 Dortmund | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 7 December | |||||
![]() | 01:50 Manchester | 25h10 | 03:00 Dortmund | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Dortmund
Buses from Manchester to Dortmund run on average 6 times per day, taking around 20h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £30 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 692 km distance in 23h 0m.
Distance 692 km |
Average bus duration 20h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 23h 0m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Manchester to DortmundYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Dortmund with FlixBus for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Dortmund coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Dortmund
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
- 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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