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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
$81
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$120
Fastest journey on Oct 22
18 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
19 h 27 m
Buses on Oct 22
9
Distance
889 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Dortmund will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
On Thu, Oct 22, we found 9 buses from Zagreb to Dortmund, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 22 the direct buses cover the 889 km distance in an average of 19 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 5 m .
On Thu, Oct 22 the slowest buses will take 21 h 14 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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FlixTrainBuses from Zagreb to Dortmund run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€40) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 552 miles (889 km) distance in 17h 0m.
Distance 552 miles (889 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€40) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 0m |
First bus 1:15 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Zagreb to Dortmund.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 09:48AM | Duration 23h33 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 12:09PM | Duration 21h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 04:08PM | Duration 22h38 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 04:08PM | Duration 21h18 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 05:48PM | Duration 22h33 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb 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 |
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FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 2:55 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 21h14 | 12:09 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 18h55 | 10:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 18h05 | 10:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 22h38 | 4:08 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:15 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 22h33 | 5:48 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 18h30 | 5:00 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 20h30 | 5:05 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:15 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 23h33 | 9:48 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 21h35 | 8:20 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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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Most Zagreb to Dortmund buses use the Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Zagreb and Dortmund bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station), Bakery Delight (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps.
Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor) is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food and sit-down restaurants available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs available next to the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor).
Available at Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor): Station is wheelchair accessible with ramps.
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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