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Dortmunder U
Major center for contemporary art and culture in a landmark former brewery tower, known for exhibitions and rooftop city views.
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
9 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h 18 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
469 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Dortmund will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 10 buses that leave Paris for Dortmund on Mon, Jun 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 08 the direct buses cover the 469 km distance in an average of 10 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
On Mon, Jun 08 the slowest buses will take 10 h 45 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 Paris to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 10m. 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 $48, and a flight costs an average of $192.
Distance: 291 miles (469 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $208 Average price | $424 Average price | $131 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 34m Average total duration 9h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 19m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Paris to Dortmund:
A bus is $135 (€110) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Dortmund costing on average $208 (€169).
A bus is $352 (€287) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Dortmund costing on average $424 (€346).
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Flight takes on average 7h 19m.
Bus takes on average 9h 4m.
Tickets start at around $72 (€59) compared to roughly $131 (€107) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $59 (€48). The journey takes 9h 4m versus 6h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 05:29PM | Duration 11h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:27AM | Duration 11h27 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:27AM | Duration 10h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Dortmund buses for today, Sunday, June 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 4:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h05 | 1:50 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 11h35 | 8:20 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 10h45 | 8:20 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 10h27 | 9:27 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h35 | 10:30 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 12h00 | 4:10 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 6:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 11h04 | 5:29 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h35 | 7:35 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 11h05 | 7:35 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h40 | 9:10 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Paris to Dortmund run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 291 miles (469 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 291 miles (469 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Dortmund — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dortmund trip today.
Major center for contemporary art and culture in a landmark former brewery tower, known for exhibitions and rooftop city views.
Germany’s national football museum, featuring interactive exhibits, trophies, and memorable moments from the sport’s history.
Important modern and contemporary art museum with strong 20th-century collections inside the Dortmunder U.
Large urban park with gardens, event spaces, seasonal flowers, and one of the city’s most popular walking areas.
Modern lakeside district with promenades, viewpoints, and a polished waterfront atmosphere popular for walks and social media photos.
Spacious botanical park and arboretum with old trees, themed gardens, and peaceful paths away from the city center.
A classic Dortmund and Westphalian beef stew, slowly cooked with onions and plenty of pepper. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
A traditional potato-based griddle cake from Westphalia, often served with butter, syrup, or cold cuts. In sweet form it can be vegetarian.
A regional dish of mashed potatoes and apples, often served with fried onions and blood sausage. It is a classic comfort food in western Germany.
An established city-center restaurant with a more refined feel, known for grilled dishes, seafood, and stylish modern dining.
A long-established steakhouse in central Dortmund known for quality beef, polished service, and a classic upscale atmosphere.
A well-known traditional brewery restaurant on the Alter Markt serving hearty regional dishes and Dortmund beer in a lively historic setting.
Generally moderate by German standards. Budget eats are affordable, while hotels and fine dining cost more on busy weekends and during major events.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Round up taxis. Small tips are appreciated in cafes; not expected for counter service.
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Dortmund ZOB am Hbf, Dortmund -> Dortmund Hauptbahnhof, Dortmund
The Paris - Dortmund route is served daily. Depending on the connection chosen, the journey takes approximately between 8:15 hrs and 14:30 hrs. There are direct connections and transfer connections with a stopover in Brussels or Lille.
If you want to travel by bus from Paris to Dortmund, you can choose between the bus companies Flixbus, Eurolines and Ouibus.
A direct bus connection from Paris to Dortmund will take between 8:15 and 11:15 hours depending on the chosen connection. Transfer connections with a change in Brussels or Lille will take 12:00 to 14:30 hours.
Depending on the day of the week, there are about eight to nine daily connections. Flixbus starts in the nightly morning hours, around 10:30 in the morning and late in the evening. Ouibus starts around 7:00 in the morning. With Eurolines you can depart in the morning and late in the evening.
At which bus station does the bus depart from in Paris? Longdistance buses depart from Gare Routière Bercy-Seine bus station or from Quai de Bercy. From the Gare de Bercy, which is within walking distance, the centre is about 0:10 hours by metro.
At which bus station does the bus arrive in Dortmund? The bus ends at the ZOB Dortmund, which is located directly at the central station bordering the city centre.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Dortmund 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 Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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