How to travel from Dortmund to Apolda

There are 2 options to travel between Dortmund and Apolda including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Apolda is a bus with an average price of $52.

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Apolda:

A bus is $178 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Apolda costing on average $229.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Apolda is by train with an average journey time of 8h 52m.

Other travel options to Apolda take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 55m.

The distance from Dortmund to Apolda is approximately 178 miles (287 km).

The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Apolda is:

• Around 4 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Apolda as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dortmund to Apolda:

• Buses mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Jena, Paradiesbahnhof.
• Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Apolda station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dortmund to Apolda, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Apolda by train.

Omio customers who travel from Dortmund to Apolda often also extend their vacation to go to Erfurt, Jena, Leipzig, Berlin, Weimar. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Apolda and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Apolda to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

To fully enjoy Apolda's key attractions, including its historic town center, local museums, and the bell museum, a stay of one to two days is recommended.