How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Dortmund cost?

The bus ticket price from Essen to Dortmund starts at US$6. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Dortmund is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Essen to Dortmund?

The average travel time between Essen and Dortmund is around 1h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 32 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Dortmund?

The number of buses from Essen to Dortmund can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Dortmund by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Essen to Dortmund?

When taking the bus from Essen to Dortmund, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Dortmund?

Buses travelling between Essen and Dortmund leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at Dortmund Hauptbahnhof, ZOB, Dortmund Bushaltestelle.

Bus Essen to Dortmund from US$6 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Dortmund on 2 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		17:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1h 5m	18:50	Dortmund	No tags

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We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

30mAverage duration

32 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$6 - US$8	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$7 - US$26	Average duration25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$3 - US$5	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Bus Essen to Dortmund: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$6

Average bus trip duration1h 5m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure17:45

Distance32 km

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FlixBus

3.5/511 153 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11153 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$8

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Essen to Dortmund Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Essen and Dortmund?

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Stops in Dortmund

A - Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

B - ZOB

C - Dortmund Bushaltestelle

D - Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle

Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Dortmund

How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Dortmund cost?
The bus ticket price from Essen to Dortmund starts at US$6. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Dortmund is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Dortmund?
The average travel time between Essen and Dortmund is around 1h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 32 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Dortmund?
The number of buses from Essen to Dortmund can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Dortmund by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Essen to Dortmund?
When taking the bus from Essen to Dortmund, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Dortmund?
Buses travelling between Essen and Dortmund leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at Dortmund Hauptbahnhof, ZOB, Dortmund Bushaltestelle.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Essen to Dortmund.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Essen to Dortmund, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Essen to Dortmund will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Essen to Dortmund.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Will you be returning to Essen by bus?

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