How much is the bus ticket from Dortmund to Aachen?

The cheapest bus tickets from Dortmund to Aachen start from $14. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Aachen?

The average bus trip duration from Dortmund to Aachen is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 79 miles (127 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Aachen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , KLR Bus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Aachen at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Dortmund to Aachen generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Dortmund to Aachen?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Aachen?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Dortmund to Aachen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is KLR Bus , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dortmund to Aachen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Dortmund to Aachen from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Dortmund to Aachen on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:40pm	Dortmund	4h 15m	12:55am	Aachen Henricistraße	CheapestFastest
		8:15am	Dortmund	5h 15m	1:30pm	Aachen Henricistraße	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Aachen on January 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:40pm	Dortmund	4h 20m	1:00am	Aachen Henricistraße	CheapestFastest
	4:30am	Dortmund	4h 30m	9:00am	Aachen Henricistraße	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:09pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	4h 51m	1:00am	Aachen Henricistraße	No tags
	4:40am	Dortmund	5h 10m	9:50am	Aachen Henricistraße	No tags
	3:55pm	Dortmund	6h 10m	10:05pm	Aachen Henricistraße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:08 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Aachen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Aachen. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

78 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $91	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $66	Average Duration2h 2m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $20	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Aachen?

Stops in Dortmund

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

A
Fernbushaltestelle Wilmersdorfer Straße
Wilmersdorfer Straße 1000, 52068 Aachen
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B
Wilmersdorfer Str. 997
Wilmersdorfer Str. 997, 52068 Aachen, Germany
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C
Aachen - Haltestelle Station
Wilmersdorfer Str. 997, 52068 Aachen, Germany
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D
Aachen (Kühlwetterstraße)
Alexanderstraße 11, 52062 Aachen, , Germany
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E
Aachen
Kühlwetterstraße 18, 52072 Aachen, Germany
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,983 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.

KLR Bus

4/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

Wifi4.6

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,363 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dortmund to Aachen 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 Aachen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dortmund to Aachen start from $14. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Aachen?
The average bus trip duration from Dortmund to Aachen is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 79 miles (127 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Aachen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, KLR Bus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dortmund to Aachen?
The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Aachen at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dortmund to Aachen?
A bus trip from Dortmund to Aachen generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Dortmund to Aachen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Aachen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Dortmund to Aachen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dortmund to Aachen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/08

$11

01/09

$15

Today

$14

01/11

$13

01/12

No data

01/13

No data

01/14

No data

01/15

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The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Aachen was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 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 Dortmund to Aachen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $11 to $26 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Aachen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2026-01-11.