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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Dortmund | Basel SBB | Cheapest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Dortmund | Basel Bad Station | Fastest | |||||
| Dortmund | Basel SBB | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Basel SBB | No tags | |||||
| Dortmund | Basel SBB | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Basel?
Stops in Dortmund
- ABrinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
- B
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen - CDortmund, Germany
- D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany
Stops in Basel
- AMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- BBasel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
- C
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - DAllschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Basel 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 Basel?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dortmund to Basel start from $70. The average price for this route is around $83. 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 Basel?
The average bus travel time from Dortmund to Basel is 12h 10m, covering a distance of 442 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Basel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dortmund to Basel?
The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Basel at 4:55am. And the latest bus departs at 8:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dortmund to Basel?
A bus trip from Dortmund to Basel generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Dortmund to Basel?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Basel?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dortmund to Basel?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dortmund to Basel?
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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Basel was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $63To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dortmund to Basel, as early as possible.
