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Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen K20
Premier modern art museum with major works by Klee, Picasso, and the postwar avant-garde in a landmark Grabbeplatz building.


Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
40m
Average duration
40m
Buses per day
2
Distance
0 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Düsseldorf:
A train is $0.88 (€0.72) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dortmund to Düsseldorf costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Bus takes on average 55m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (55m by bus vs 1h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $14 (€11) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Düsseldorf buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:20 AM Dortmund | 0h40 | 11:00 AM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Dortmund | 0h40 | 9:10 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Dortmund to Düsseldorf run on average 4 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 2:15 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Premier modern art museum with major works by Klee, Picasso, and the postwar avant-garde in a landmark Grabbeplatz building.
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Popular Rhine promenade ideal for walking, skyline views, and sunset photos, linking key central sights.
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Düsseldorf ZOB am Hbf, Düsseldorf -> Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof, Düsseldorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dortmund to Düsseldorf buses use the Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf to Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Düsseldorf 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.
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
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