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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixtrain + Flixbus | Basel Bad Station | Dortmund | No tags | |||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from Basel to Dortmund
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 14 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 521, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Basel and Dortmund?
Stops in Basel
- A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland - B
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - C
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
Stops in Dortmund
- A
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen - B
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany - C
Dortmund Bushaltestelle
Dortmund, Germany - D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Basel 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 Basel to Dortmund?
The cheapest bus tickets from Basel to Dortmund start from R 521. The average price for this route is around R 1 090. 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 Basel to Dortmund?
The average bus trip duration from Basel to Dortmund is 14h 20m, covering a distance of 273 miles (440 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Basel to Dortmund route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Basel to Dortmund?
The earliest bus departs from Basel to Dortmund at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Dortmund?
A bus trip from Basel to Dortmund generates an estimated 10.984924999999999 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 Basel to Dortmund?
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 12019 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Dortmund?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Basel to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Basel to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveler 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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Dortmund was searched and found on Jul 9, 2026 with a price of R 645To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Dortmund, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 645 to R 2 214 for a bus ticket from Basel to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 645 which is on 2026-07-09.
