Find buses to Dortmund

While most Dortmund bus companies provide comparable onboard services, specific onboard amenities vary depending on the company you ride with. Every operator that goes to and from Dortmund provides reasonably priced fares. If you travel by bus with Union Ivkoni, you'll have access to free Wi-Fi, charging stations for all of your electronics, air-conditioning and restrooms on board. Similar amenities, such as onboard Wi-Fi and power outlets, are available on Eurolines and Flixbus. They also provide drinks and snacks on board for a small charge. With Flixbus, you’ll also be able to stretch your legs and make use of the extra legroom provided on their buses.

Buses from Dortmund depart from Dortmund ZOB Central Bus Station. Accessing this station is straightforward, thanks to Dortmund’s resourceful public transport network. Alternatively, you may also access all bus stations by vehicle, rideshare, taxi or Metropolradruhr - the bike-sharing service. Dortmund has two train systems that serve the city: the S-Bahn serves regional trains and the U-Bahn is for the inner-city train network. You can access Dortmund Central Station with both train systems at Dortmund Central Station, locally with U-Bahn lines U41, U45, U47 and U49, and local bus lines. Local buses that travel directly to Dortmund ZOB Central Bus Station are the NE9, NE11, 412, 452, E452, 453, 455, 456, 475 and E475, and there are at least two Metropolradruhr docking stations in the area. It is a short walk from Dortmund Hauptbahnhof, the main regional train station in the area.

You can take free luggage on each bus company's journey, with most companies allowing at least one carry-on and one checked item, or a combined weight for your checked under-coach luggage. FlixBus allows carry-on luggage of 16.5 x 11.8 x 7 inches, weighing 15 lb, and under coach bags of 31.5 x 19.6 x 11.8 inches, weighing 44 lb. Union Ivkoni allows you to bring one piece of hand luggage with a weight of 11 lb and maximum dimensions of 11.8 x 15.7 x 5.9 inches. Checked luggage can be one or two pieces, as long as they (combined) weigh a maximum of 44 lb and have dimensions of 31.5 х 23.6 х 15.7 inches or less. Eurolines has the same policy regarding checked luggage as Union Ivkoni, but with no restrictions on carry-on bags. It's crucial to carefully review the luggage rules of the company you're travelling with.

Taking the bus from Dortmund has numerous advantages; it provides convenient travel without many of the drawbacks of flying or driving. When you travel by bus from Dortmund, you won't have to stress about getting through unfamiliar traffic or about following directions in an unfamiliar area. The price of bus fares from Dortmund will save you from any hidden travel charges, such as taxi transportation or fuel rates while driving. Dortmund buses enable easy and straightforward travel from your starting point to your terminus. You can sit back and enjoy the service and its advantages, knowing it’s both a stress-free and cost-effective option for your trips.

When taking buses in Germany, you must present valid ID as well as your Dortmund bus tickets, which validate the ID number you provided when purchasing the ticket. A legitimate form of identification, which could be a driving licence, a national ID or your passport, is needed to confirm your identity. Please bring your passport with you to avoid any unforeseen circumstances when you cross a border. You have the option of keeping your bus fares on your phone or bringing a printed version with you. Always double check with the business you're travelling with, as certain companies, including FlixBus, ask for you to bring a printed ticket with you.

If you’re leaving from London the lowest ticket price is usually about £68, from Brussels it’s about £84, and from Birmingham it’s around £84.

FlixBus is a common choice made by travellers seeking to travel by coach to Dortmund. More ground transportation options may be available, depending on where you’re coming from.

You can catch a one-way bus to Dortmund for £14 on average this week. We don’t expect any changes in price for the next 3 months. It’s generally a good idea to book early to make sure you can get on the coach for the correct departure time.