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Dortmunder U
A Major Art And Culture Center In A Former Brewery Tower With Exhibitions, Media Art, And Panoramic City Views.
Cheapest price on Oct 22
$144
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$201
Fastest journey on Oct 22
1 d 4 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
1 d 5 h 1 m
Buses on Oct 22
15
Distance
1502 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Dortmund will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Dortmund without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Madrid to Dortmund run on average 8 times per day, taking around 28h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $50 (€42) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 933 miles (1502 km) distance in 24h 30m.
Distance 933 miles (1502 km) |
Average bus duration 28h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€42) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 24h 30m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Dortmund.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 28h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 29h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 29h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $173 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 29h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 09:48AM | Duration 35h13 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 09:48AM | Duration 34h53 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 01:48PM | Duration 38h13 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 01:48PM | Duration 37h49 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $147 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Dortmund buses for today, Wednesday, October 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4004 · 51121 | 3:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 28h05 | 7:35 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 28h30 | 9:10 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 29h25 | 1:50 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 29h00 | 1:50 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 33h45 | 8:20 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 35h13 | 9:48 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 33h25 | 8:20 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 34h53 | 9:48 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 38h13 | 1:48 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 34h51 | 10:50 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 37h49 | 1:48 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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A Major Art And Culture Center In A Former Brewery Tower With Exhibitions, Media Art, And Panoramic City Views.
One Of Europe'S Leading Football Museums, Presenting German Football History Through Trophies, Media, And Interactive Displays.
Dortmund'S Main Art Museum Shows Modern And Contemporary Works, Including Important Graphics And Painting Collections.
Dortmund'S Central Square Hosts The Old Town'S Main Events And Christmas Market Around Historic Civic Buildings.
A Large Urban Lake Area With Promenades, Cafes Nearby, And Great Walks Popular With Locals And Visitors.
One Of Germany'S Largest Botanical Parks, Featuring Themed Gardens, Woodland Paths, And A Relaxed Green Escape.
A top-fermented pale lager long brewed in Dortmund. It is a defining local beer style tied to the city’s industrial and brewing heritage.
A hearty potato soup common in Westphalia, often enriched with vegetables and sausage. It is classic comfort food in the Ruhr area.
A traditional rye bread from Westphalia, dense, dark and slightly sweet. It is a regional staple often served with ham, cheese or smoked fish.
Refined modern tasting menus in an elegant setting. One of Dortmund’s best-known fine dining addresses with polished service.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving Dortmund beer and hearty regional dishes in a lively, historic atmosphere near the city center.
Well-established steakhouse known for quality beef, classic sides and dependable service in a smart but relaxed setting.
Moderate for Germany; hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and local transit is fairly priced for city travel.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is standard. Round taxi fares up; leave small change at cafes.
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Dortmund ZOB am Hbf -> Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
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Most Madrid to Dortmund buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Dortmund bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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.
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