How to travel from Dortmund to Passau

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dortmund to Passau

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Passau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, while a flight costs an average of €385.

Distance: 334 miles (538 km)

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Driving

€385

Average price

€145

Average price

€48

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Cheapest

€98

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 4m

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Fastest

2h 4m

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2h 0m

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7h 34m

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7h 4m

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30m

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10h 10m

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9h 40m

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30m

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6h 54m

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1.6 - 3.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Passau is a bus with an average price of €39.

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

A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Passau costing on average €78.

A bus is €64 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Passau costing on average €103.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Passau is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to Passau take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 2m.

Bus takes on average 9h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dortmund and Passau including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dortmund to Passau 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 €78 compared to roughly €98 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €20. The journey takes 7h 32m versus 6h 54m 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 Passau

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    12:26 PM13h19
    Dortmund Hbf
    1:45 AMPassau, Hauptbahnhof
    421One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    12:26 PM13h19
    Dortmund Hbf
    1:45 AMPassau, Hauptbahnhof
    421One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2031
    6:20 AM1h10
    Dusseldorf Airport
    7:30 AMMunich Airport
    1561One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn26410 · 17409 · ICE 621 · BUS 91105
    8:09 AM8h11
    Dortmund Hbf
    4:20 PMPassau Hbf
    1031One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn89710 · ICE 621 · BUS 91105+agilis63065
    8:07 AM8h13
    Dortmund Hbf
    4:20 PMPassau Hbf
    1031One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:15 PM10h45
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    8:00 AMPassau, Hauptbahnhof
    431One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    4:26 PM12h14
    Dortmund Hbf
    4:40 AMPassau, Hauptbahnhof
    471One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    8:26 PM11h34
    Dortmund Hbf
    8:00 AMPassau, Hauptbahnhof
    481One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2001
    8:30 AM1h10
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:40 AMMunich Airport
    1561One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW9088
    7:05 PM1h10
    Dusseldorf Airport
    8:15 PMMunich Airport
    1911One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH79 · LH96
    6:10 AM3h00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:10 AMMunich Airport
    2031One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Dortmund to Passau

Travel to Passau 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 Passau.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Dortmund and Passau including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Passau is a bus with an average price of €48.

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

A bus is €97 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Passau costing on average €145.

A bus is €337 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Passau costing on average €385.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Passau is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 4m.

Other travel options to Passau take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 34m.

Bus takes on average 10h 10m.

The distance from Dortmund to Passau is approximately 334 miles (538 km).
The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Passau is:
  • Around 29 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Passau 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 Passau:
  • Buses mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Passau Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dortmund to Passau, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Passau by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Passau by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Dortmund to Passau with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Omio customers who travel from Dortmund to Passau often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Munich, Budapest, Prague, Linz. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Passau and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Passau 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 Passau, a stay of 1 to 2 days is recommended. This allows time to explore its historic old town, visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and enjoy a scenic walk along the rivers.

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