The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris to Dortmund
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 37 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 €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 10 buses that leave Paris for Dortmund on Mon, Dec 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 08 the direct buses cover the 469 km distance in an average of 8 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Mon, Dec 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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Compare train and bus for Paris to Dortmund
Omio 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 €37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 12m. 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 €37, and a flight costs an average of €247.
Distance: 291 miles (469 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€70 Average price Cheapest | €185 Average price | €384 Average price |
9h 19m Average total duration 8h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Paris to Dortmund Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 05:29PM | Duration 11h04 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:26AM | Duration 9h26 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:29AM | Duration 10h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €35 |
Live departures
Paris to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Dortmund buses for today, Sunday, December 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 · FlixBus | 3:05 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h05 | 3:10 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 11h04 | 4:29 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h25 | 6:25 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h40 | 8:10 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 14h55 | 1:05 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h00 | 1:00 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h00 | 3:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h45 | 7:20 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h29 | 8:29 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 AM Paris, Pont de Levallois | 13h30 | 3:10 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Dortmund
Buses from Paris to Dortmund run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) 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 11m.
Distance 291 miles (469 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 11m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Paris to DortmundYou can travel by bus between Paris to Dortmund with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $46 (€37). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Paris to 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.
Which bus companies travel from Paris to Dortmund?
If you want to travel by bus from Paris to Dortmund, you can choose between the bus companies Flixbus, Eurolines and Ouibus.
How long does the bus journey from Paris to Dortmund take?
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.
How often can you travel by bus from Paris to Dortmund?
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.
Bus stations on the route Paris - Dortmund?
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.
FAQs: Bus from Paris to Dortmund
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.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), which is located around 2.6 miles (4.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Westfalenpark, a large urban park featuring gardens, a lake, and the iconic Florianturm TV tower
- Dortmund U-Tower, a former brewery turned cultural center with exhibitions and panoramic city views
- Signal Iduna Park, Germany's largest football stadium and home to Borussia Dortmund
- Dortmund Zoo, a family-friendly attraction with diverse animal species and conservation programs
- German Football Museum, an interactive museum celebrating the history and culture of German football.
- Explore the vibrant Kreuzviertel district, known for its trendy cafes, boutiques, and lively atmosphere
- Attend a concert or event at the Westfalenhallen, a major venue hosting a variety of performances and exhibitions
- Discover the industrial heritage at the Zollern Colliery, a museum showcasing the history of coal mining in the Ruhr area
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Phoenix See, a scenic lake with walking paths and waterfront dining
- Visit the Botanischer Garten Rombergpark, a beautiful botanical garden with diverse plant collections and serene landscapes.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Paris to Dortmund
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 73, 174, 275 Metro: 1 Train: RER A
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Bistro Central (0.2 km)
- Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 452, 453, 460 Metro: U41, U45, U47, U49 Train: S1, S2, S5
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