The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paris to Dortmund
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 48 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
469 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Dortmund will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £53.
Of the 15 buses that leave Paris for Dortmund every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 469 km distance in an average of 6 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 29 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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Compare train and coach for Paris to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 12m. 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 £34, and a flight costs an average of £226.
Distance: 469 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price Cheapest | £169 Average Price | £352 Average Price |
9h 19m Average total duration 8h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg 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
Paris to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris 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 · FlixBus | 03:05 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h05 | 15:10 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 05:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 11h04 | 16:29 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h25 | 18:25 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 09:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h40 | 20:10 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h00 | 01:00 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h00 | 03:45 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:35 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h45 | 07:20 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 22:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h29 | 08:29 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:15 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 14h40 | 13:55 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
| Sunday 7 December | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:40 Paris, Pont de Levallois | 13h30 | 15:10 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Dortmund
Buses from Paris to Dortmund run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 469 km distance in 9h 11m.
Distance 469 km |
Average bus duration 8h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 11m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Paris to DortmundYou can travel by bus between Paris to Dortmund with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Paris to Dortmund coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), which is located around 2.6 miles (4.2 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 Paris and Dortmund
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 73, 174, 275 Metro: 1 Train: RER A
- 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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