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Museum Ostwall im Dortmunder U
Major museum for 20th- and 21st-century art in the Dortmunder U, with changing exhibitions and city views from the upper floors.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£64
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£84
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
14 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
17 h 21 m
Buses on 05 Sept
13
Distance
685 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Milan to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Dortmund will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £64.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 13 buses from Milan to Dortmund, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 685 km distance in an average of 17 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 18 h 30 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milan to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £52 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £52, while a train costs an average of £95.
Distance: 685 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train | Driving |
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£57 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price | £182 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 23m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration 9h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Dortmund:
A flight is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Milan to Dortmund costing on average £57.
A flight is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Dortmund costing on average £95.
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 53m.
Train takes on average 9h 27m.
You'll arrive about 2h 3m sooner (7h 53m by bus vs 9h 56m by car) and save roughly £125 compared to fuel and tolls (£57 vs £182). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Dortmund coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 15:35 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 24h49 | 16:24 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:35 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 23h25 | 15:00 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2 changes | |
5710 · 51121 | 17:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 26h05 | 19:35 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 19:00 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 14h15 | 9:15 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 20:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h08 | 13:33 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 21:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 19h43 | 17:33 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h50 | 17:00 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:45 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 18h45 | 18:30 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 18h50 | 2:05 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 18h30 | 2:05 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Buses from Milan to Dortmund run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 685 km distance in 14h 15m.
Distance 685 km |
Average bus duration 7h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 15m |
First bus 0:03 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Discover the best of Dortmund — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dortmund trip today.
Major museum for 20th- and 21st-century art in the Dortmunder U, with changing exhibitions and city views from the upper floors.
Interactive football museum beside the main station, covering German football history with media installations and trophies.
Museum at Zollern Colliery presenting Ruhr industrial history in a striking Art Nouveau machine hall and heritage complex.
Large urban lake with promenades, boat hire and skyline views; popular for walks, cycling and waterside relaxation.
Green park with themed gardens, mature trees and one of Germany’s notable botanical collections, ideal for a quiet stroll.
Central square framed by historic façades and busy streets, useful as a starting point for exploring the old city centre.
A dark, top-fermented beer from Dortmund, long tied to the city’s brewing heritage. It is smoother and less bitter than Pils, and a classic local drink.
A hearty potato stew from Westphalia, traditionally cooked with vegetables and sausage or bacon. It is valued as comforting regional home cooking.
A classic Westphalian dish of rye bread topped with ham, pickles and sometimes egg. It reflects the region’s rye bread and cured meat traditions.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving Dortmund classics, beer and hearty regional dishes in a lively, historic setting.
Established German restaurant known for generous regional cooking, seasonal dishes and a warm, traditional atmosphere.
Casual local venue popular for currywurst, schnitzel and Ruhrgebiet comfort food in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while public transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf -> Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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.

Most Milan to Dortmund buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Dortmund bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Express (in the station), Bistro Central (0.2 km), Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf.
Available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
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