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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Dortmund to Frankfurt
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 3 buses that leave Dortmund for Frankfurt on Wed, Mar 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 04 the direct buses cover the 178 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Wed, Mar 04 the slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Dortmund to Frankfurt
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Frankfurt 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 train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $52.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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$27 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dortmund to Frankfurt bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt buses for today, Tuesday, March 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 4:55 AM Dortmund | 3h20 | 8:15 AM Frankfurt Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:15 AM Dortmund | 5h15 | 1:30 PM Frankfurt Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:45 AM Dortmund | 4h35 | 2:20 PM Frankfurt Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
| 8:15 PM Dortmund | 3h20 | 11:35 PM Frankfurt Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Frankfurt
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Buses from Dortmund to Frankfurt run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:05, the last at 21:15. The fastest bus covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 05:05 |
Last bus 21:15 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Dortmund to FrankfurtYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Frankfurt with FlixBus for as low as $26 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dortmund to Frankfurt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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