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Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main?
Stops in Dortmund
- ABrinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
- B
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen - CDortmund, Germany
- D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany
Stops in Frankfurt am Main
- B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - CHedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany - F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main start from $22. The average price for this route is around $29. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
The average bus travel time from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 179 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main at 4:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
A bus trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $19 to $65 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-12-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
