Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Frankfurt Hbf
DortmundCheapest
FlixbusBus
Frankfurt Hbf
DortmundFastest
FlixbusBus
Frankfurt Hbf
DortmundNo tags
FlixbusBus
Frankfurt Hbf
DortmundNo tags
FlixbusBus
Frankfurt Hbf
DortmundNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day
2h 30mAverage duration
111 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£13 - £55Average duration3h 40m
5kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£15 - £209Average duration3h 4m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£11 - £24Average duration2h 30m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund start from £13. The average price for this route is around £16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund?

    The average bus journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 113 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund?

    The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund at 03:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:55.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund?

    A bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund?

    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.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund?

    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.

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27/11
£16
28/11
£18
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£21
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£18
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£11
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£11
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £11 to £46 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-12-02.

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