How to travel from Dortmund to Bolzano

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dortmund to Bolzano

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Bolzano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of L 368 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of L 368, while a flight costs an average of L 2,549.

Distance: 388 miles (625 km)

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L 368

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L 444

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L 924

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12h 40m

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12h 10m

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13h 44m

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9h 29m

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0.6 - 1.6kg

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Compare ways to travel from Dortmund to Bolzano

Compare the available ways to get from Dortmund to Bolzano, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Bolzano is a train with an average price of L 368.

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

A train is L 77 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dortmund to Bolzano costing on average L 444.

A train is L 2,182 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Bolzano costing on average L 2,549.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Bolzano is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.

Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 40m.

Bus takes on average 13h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dortmund and Bolzano including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dortmund to Bolzano among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around L 368 compared to roughly L 924 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about L 556. The journey takes 12h 10m versus 9h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Dortmund to Bolzano

How to get from Dortmund to Bolzano by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Dortmund to Bolzano is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • EurowingsEW9810
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • EurowingsEW9810
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW9810
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 101 · ICE 591 · RJ 85+IntercityIntercity 610
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 101 · ICE 591 · RJ 85+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3846
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 101 · ICE 591 · RJ 85+RegionaleRegionale 16716
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale 16690+Wizz Air MaltaW46398+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 80362
    3 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2639 · Regionale Veloce 3760+Wizz Air MaltaW46398+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 80368
    3 transfers
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9753+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3848+Wizz Air MaltaW46398+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 80362
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Dortmund to Bolzano

Travel to Bolzano easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dortmund to Bolzano.

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There are 3 options to travel between Dortmund and Bolzano including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Bolzano is a train with an average price of L 368.

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

A train is L 77 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dortmund to Bolzano costing on average L 444.

A train is L 2,182 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Bolzano costing on average L 2,549.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Bolzano is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.

Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 40m.

Bus takes on average 13h 44m.

The distance from Dortmund to Bolzano is approximately 388 miles (625 km).
The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Bolzano is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dortmund to Bolzano:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Venice Marco Polo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Bolzano/Bozen.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dortmund to Bolzano, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Eurowings, British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Vueling, Air Baltic, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Sky Alps, ITA, Avion Express Malta, Smartwings, GetJet Airlines to go to Bolzano by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Bolzano by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bolzano by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Dortmund to Bolzano with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Sky Alps, Avion Express Malta, Smartwings.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Dortmund to Bolzano often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Innsbruck, Rome, Venice, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bolzano and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bolzano to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bolzano, you can experience Bolzano's Christmas Market for local crafts and traditional foods during the holiday season, take a scenic cable car ride to Renon for Dolomite views, and explore the local food scene on a guided culinary tour. Enjoy a walk along the Talvera River promenade and visit vineyards for wine tasting. Key sights include the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, Piazza Walther, Runkelstein Castle, Bolzano Cathedral, and the Messner Mountain Museum.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Bolzano, allowing time to visit its main attractions such as the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, the medieval city center, and the surrounding Dolomite landscapes.

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