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Deutsches Museum
One of the world’s largest science and technology museums, with major hands-on and historic collections. A flagship Munich visit for engineering, aviation, physics, and family-friendly exhibits.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 23 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dortmund to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Munich will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 10 buses that leave Dortmund for Munich on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 477 km distance in an average of 9 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 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 Dortmund to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. 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 $33, and a flight costs an average of $66.
Distance: 296 miles (477 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price Cheapest | $154 Average price | $248 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 52m Average total duration 9h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Munich:
A bus is $103 (€85) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Munich costing on average $154 (€126).
A bus is $197 (€162) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Munich costing on average $248 (€203).
Other travel options to Munich take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 38m.
Bus takes on average 9h 22m.
You'll arrive about -3h -41m sooner (9h 22m by bus vs 6h 41m by car) and save roughly $-4.12 (€-3.38) compared to fuel and tolls ($51 (€41) vs $46 (€38)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:27PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 11h28 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Munich buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:15 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 10h45 | 7:00 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 8h45 | 6:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 11h20 | 11:55 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 8h50 | 9:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 12h05 | 6:45 AM München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 11h15 | 5:55 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 9h30 | 6:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 9h05 | 6:20 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 11h35 | 4:45 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Dortmund to Munich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 296 miles (477 km) distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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One of the world’s largest science and technology museums, with major hands-on and historic collections. A flagship Munich visit for engineering, aviation, physics, and family-friendly exhibits.
A premier Old Masters gallery with major European paintings from the 14th to 18th centuries, including works by Dürer, Rubens, and Raphael. Essential for classical art lovers.
A leading museum for modern and contemporary art, design, architecture, and graphic art. Popular for its breadth and for pairing well with the nearby Pinakothek museums.
One of Europe’s largest urban parks, famous for long walks, open lawns, river scenes, and the Eisbach wave. A must for both classic sightseeing and social-media-friendly city moments.
Munich’s best-known market square and a lively old-town stop with strong local character. Even without focusing on food, it is worth visiting for atmosphere, architecture, and daily city life.
The 1972 Olympic Park remains one of Munich’s most recognizable leisure areas, combining landmark architecture, views, open space, and year-round events. Very popular with visitors and locals.
Traditional Munich veal sausages gently heated and served with sweet mustard and a pretzel, especially popular as a late-morning classic.
Roasted pork knuckle with crisp skin, a hearty Bavarian specialty often served with dumplings or potato salad in Munich beer halls.
A Bavarian beer garden spread made from Camembert, butter, paprika, and onions, typically eaten with pretzels and very tied to Munich drinking culture.
Legendary fine dining restaurant in Munich celebrated for refined cuisine, formal service, and long-standing culinary prestige.
Well-known traditional beer garden and restaurant popular for Bavarian fare, Augustiner beer, and a relaxed local setting.
Respected traditional inn famous for dumplings, roast dishes, and an authentic neighborhood Bavarian atmosphere.
Prices are high by German standards, especially for hotels and dining in central areas, though transit is reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis; small tips for hotel staff are appreciated.
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