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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Rotterdam Bus Stop | ZOB | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Rotterdam CS | Dortmund | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Rotterdam CS | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
| Rotterdam CS | Dortmund | No tags | |||||
| Rotterdam CS | Dortmund | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Rotterdam to Dortmund
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 R 455, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rotterdam to Dortmund by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Dortmund cost?
The bus ticket price from Rotterdam to Dortmund starts at R 246. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Dortmund?
The average travel time between Rotterdam and Dortmund is around 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 210 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Rotterdam and Dortmund?
The number of buses from Rotterdam to Dortmund can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rotterdam to Dortmund by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Rotterdam to Dortmund?
When taking the bus from Rotterdam to Dortmund, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni, KLR Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rotterdam to Dortmund?
Buses travelling between Rotterdam and Dortmund leave from Rotterdam Bushaltestelle or Busstation Rotterdam Centraal and arrive at ZOB, Dortmund Hauptbahnhof, Dortmund Bushaltestelle.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Dortmund was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of R 220To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rotterdam to Dortmund as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 220 to R 597 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 220, which is on 2025-11-21.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Rotterdam to Dortmund?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
