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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: July 2 atDeparture city: ZurichDeparture location: Airport (ZLC)Arrival time: July 3 atDestination city: DortmundDestination location: DortmundOperated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: July 2 atDeparture city: ZurichDeparture location: Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeArrival time: July 3 atDestination city: DortmundDestination location: DortmundOperated by: FlixbusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: July 2 atDeparture city: ZurichDeparture location: Airport (ZLC)Arrival time: July 3 atDestination city: DortmundDestination location: DortmundOperated by: FlixbusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: July 2 atDeparture city: ZurichDeparture location: Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeArrival time: July 3 atDestination city: DortmundDestination location: DortmundOperated by: FlixbusVehicle: BusDuration:
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$40 - $87 | Average Duration13h 10m | 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Most eco-friendly | ||
Carpool | Average Price$30 - $69 | Average Duration6h 20m | 20kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | CheapestFastest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Zurich to DortmundAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Zurich to Dortmund: Trip Overview
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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.
Zurich to Dortmund Bus
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The cheapest trip from Zurich to Dortmund was searched and found on Jul 2, 2025 with a price of $40To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zurich to Dortmund, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $40 to $66 for a bus ticket from Zurich to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-07-02.
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Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Zurich and Dortmund!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Zurich to Dortmund, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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 Zurich to Dortmund.
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Did you know?
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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