- Must visit
Pergamonmuseum
World-famous museum of ancient Greek and Roman art, celebrated for the Pergamon Altar and monumental archaeological treasures.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 4 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
422 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dortmund to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Berlin will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 11 buses that leave Dortmund for Berlin on Mon, Aug 24, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct buses cover the 422 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest buses will take 6 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 262 miles (422 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price | $213 Average price | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Berlin:
A bus is $7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Berlin costing on average $51.
A bus is $169 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Berlin costing on average $213.
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 39m.
Bus takes on average 5h 4m.
You'll arrive about 40m sooner (5h 4m by bus vs 5h 44m by car) and save roughly $48 compared to fuel and tolls ($44 vs $93). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:59AM | Duration 5h59 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Berlin buses for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 11:00 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 6h00 | 5:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 6h35 | 5:35 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 6h45 | 9:35 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 7h30 | 11:50 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 7h05 | 11:25 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 8h25 | 3:10 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 8h10 | 2:55 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 5h50 | 3:10 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 6h10 | 3:30 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 6h20 | 6:10 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 6h00 | 5:50 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Dortmund to Berlin run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 but you can travel from only $17 by train.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 262 miles (422 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 262 miles (422 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Berlin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Berlin trip today.
World-famous museum of ancient Greek and Roman art, celebrated for the Pergamon Altar and monumental archaeological treasures.
Renowned collection of 19th-century European painting, including Caspar David Friedrich, in a grand museum on Kulturforum.
One of Europe’s leading contemporary art museums, known for major 20th-century works and a Mies van der Rohe building.
UNESCO-listed museum district with monumental architecture, top collections, and scenic riverfront walks in central Berlin.
Berlin’s largest inner-city park, ideal for walks, cycling, lakeside breaks, and major landmarks like the Victory Column.
Historic boulevard lined with grand buildings, museums, and universities, perfect for architecture lovers and central walks.
Curried ketchup over sliced pork sausage, usually with fries. A postwar Berlin street food icon found at snack stands across the city.
A Berlin minced pork patty seasoned with marjoram and caraway, traditionally served in a bread roll with mustard from market stalls.
Berlin-style pickled herring, often served with onions and potatoes. It reflects the city's long tradition of simple northern fish dishes.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Marco Müller, focused on highly refined German cuisine with seasonal local ingredients and elegant service.
Historic traditional restaurant serving Berlin and Bavarian dishes in a lively beer hall setting near Alexanderplatz.
Classic Berlin tavern known for Eisbein, schnitzel, and regional beer. Wood-paneled rooms give it an old-school local atmosphere.
Moderate for Europe: hostels and budget eats are reasonable, but hotels in central areas can be pricey. Transit is good value for visitors.
Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip is appreciated but not mandatory.
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Berlin Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) -> Alexanderplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Berlin by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dortmund to Berlin buses use the Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf to Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Berlin bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Express (in the station), Bistro Central (0.2 km), Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf.
Available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) is 9 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Berlin (in the station), Schnitzel Express (0.5 km), Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
Available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz.
Available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee) is 19 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee). ATMs are available at Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee).
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee).
Available at Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee): Accessible for standard buses with low steps.
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