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from US$17
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6:05AM
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Frankfurt am Main - FRA Airport
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Dortmund - Dortmund
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10:20PM
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Frankfurt am Main - FRA Airport
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Bus Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund: Trip Overview

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$17
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 45m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure1:40 AM
Distance179 km
Latest bus departure10:55 PM

Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund Buses

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Dortmund from Frankfurt am Main, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:40AM - 10:55PM
Minimum PriceUS$11
Average Ticket PriceUS$17
Minimum Trip Duration3h40m
Average Bus Trip Duration3h45m
Distance179 km
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, BlaBlaBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Dortmund

The average bus ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund is US$17. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main 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!

The average travel time between Frankfurt am Main and Dortmund is around 3h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 40m.This is the time it takes to travel the 179 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaBus.

Buses travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Dortmund leave from Frankfurt Airport or Südbahnhof and arrive at ZOB, Dortmund Hauptbahnhof, Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-14
US$14
04-15
US$54
Today
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04-17
US$11
04-18
US$17
04-19
US$71
04-20
US$84
04-21
US$73
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund was searched and found on Apr 17, 2024 with a price of US$11

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

You can expect to pay from US$11 to US$84 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$11 which is on 2024-04-17.

Usually Comuto Pro (BlaBlaCar Bus) 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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 that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel timeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel time3h 45mAvg PriceUS$17Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel time3h 46mAvg PriceUS$30Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel time2h 40mAvg PriceUS$21Daily Departures8

The best way to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Dortmund is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$17 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$10. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Dortmund, choose the bus, as it will take you from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund in about 2h 40m —that's the fastest way to get there!

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Bus from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

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Train from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund

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