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TodayApr 25
from $53
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Zurich
    Departure location: Sihlquai
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Dortmund
    Destination location: Dortmund
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $53
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Zurich
    Departure location: Sihlquai
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Dortmund
    Destination location: Dortmund
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $55
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Zurich
    Departure location: Sihlquai
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Dortmund
    Destination location: Dortmund
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $75
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Zurich
    Departure location: Sihlquai
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Dortmund
    Destination location: Dortmund
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $84
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Zurich
    Departure location: Sihlquai
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Dortmund
    Destination location: Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
    Operated by
    FlixBus + FlixTrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $64
Bus Zurich to Dortmund: Trip Overview

Bus Zurich to Dortmund: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$48
Average bus trip duration13h 5m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure1:50 AM
Distance290 miles (467 km)
Latest bus departure11:55 PM

Zurich to Dortmund Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures8
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:50AM - 11:55PM
Minimum Price$27
Average Ticket Price$48
Minimum Trip Duration9h45m
Average Bus Trip Duration13h5m
Distance290 miles (467 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Zurich - Dortmund

The best way to travel from Zurich to Dortmund is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

The average travel time from Zurich to Dortmund is about 13h 5m, although the fastest bus will take 9h 45m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 291 miles (469 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 291 miles (469 km).

On average, there are 8 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus. The number of buses from Zurich to Dortmund can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Zurich to Dortmund a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The first bus leaves at 1:50 AM and the last one leaves at 11:55 PM.

If you're headed to Dortmund from Zurich, chances are that your bus will depart from Sihlquai and arrive at Dortmund Hauptbahnhof. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $27.

The average bus ticket price from Zurich to Dortmund is $48. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $27 to $115, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Dortmund, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Florianturm, Dortmund CityTour, Brewery Museum, Dortmund Concert Hall and Church of St Reinoldi.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Zurich to Dortmund.

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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