How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Dortmund?

The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Dortmund start from $22. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Berlin to Dortmund?

The average bus trip duration from Berlin to Dortmund is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 264 miles (426 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Berlin to Dortmund route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Berlin to Dortmund?

The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Dortmund at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Berlin to Dortmund?

A bus trip from Berlin to Dortmund generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Berlin to Dortmund from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Dortmund on December 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:10am	Wannsee	5h 35m	5:45am	Dortmund	CheapestFastest
	3:40am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h 55m	9:35am	Dortmund	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	6:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	7h 25m	1:45pm	Dortmund	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:00am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 24m	8:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Dortmund on December 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:55pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h 50m	5:45am	Dortmund	Cheapest
	12:10am	Wannsee	5h 35m	5:45am	Dortmund	Fastest
	3:40am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h 55m	9:35am	Dortmund	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	6:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	7h 25m	1:45pm	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Dortmund on December 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:55pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h 50m	5:45am	Dortmund	Cheapest
	12:10am	Wannsee	5h 35m	5:45am	Dortmund	Fastest
	3:40am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h 55m	9:35am	Dortmund	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	6:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	7h 25m	1:45pm	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Dortmund on December 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:55pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h 50m	5:45am	Dortmund	Cheapest
	12:10am	Wannsee	5h 35m	5:45am	Dortmund	Fastest
	3:40am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h 55m	9:35am	Dortmund	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 30m	4:25pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	6:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	7h 25m	1:45pm	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Dortmund on December 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:55pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h 50m	5:45am	Dortmund	Cheapest
	12:10am	Wannsee	5h 35m	5:45am	Dortmund	Fastest
	3:40am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h 55m	9:35am	Dortmund	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	6:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	7h 25m	1:45pm	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Dortmund on December 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:40am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h 55m	9:35am	Dortmund	Cheapest
	12:10am	Wannsee	5h 35m	5:45am	Dortmund	Fastest
	6:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	7h 25m	1:45pm	Dortmund	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	10:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	6h 55m	5:15pm	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Dortmund on December 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:10am	Wannsee	5h 35m	5:45am	Dortmund	CheapestFastest
	3:40am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h 55m	9:35am	Dortmund	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 29m	12:24pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	6:20am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	7h 25m	1:45pm	Dortmund	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 30m	4:25pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Berlin to Dortmund

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day

4h 50mAverage Duration

263 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $64	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$14 - $172	Average Duration3h 39m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $59	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Berlin and Dortmund?

Stops in Berlin

A
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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C
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
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D
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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E
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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F
Zoo
Hardenbergplatz 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany
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Stops in Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
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B
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
C
Dortmund Bushaltestelle
Dortmund, Germany
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D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,683 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Berlin to Dortmund 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 Berlin to Dortmund?
The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Dortmund start from $22. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Berlin to Dortmund?
The average bus trip duration from Berlin to Dortmund is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 264 miles (426 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Berlin to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Berlin to Dortmund?
The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Dortmund at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Berlin to Dortmund?
A bus trip from Berlin to Dortmund generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/19

$35

12/20

$50

Today

$46

12/22

$46

12/23

$51

12/24

$46

12/25

$44

12/26

$42

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Dortmund was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $79 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-12-26.

What's the cheapest way to go from Berlin to Dortmund?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h 40m	Avg Price$33	Daily Departures13
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 39m	Avg Price$63	Daily Departures26
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time4h 50m	Avg Price$39	Daily Departures15