How to travel from Gera to Dortmund

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Compare train and bus for Gera to Dortmund

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Gera to Dortmund 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 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, while a flight costs an average of $723.

Distance: 204 miles (329 km)

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$723

Average price

$93

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$48

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$70

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4h 31m

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2h 31m

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6h 6m

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5h 36m

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9h 54m

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9h 24m

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4h 36m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Gera to Dortmund is a bus with an average price of $48.

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

A bus is $45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gera to Dortmund costing on average $93.

A bus is $676 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gera to Dortmund costing on average $723.

The fastest way to travel from Gera to Dortmund is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 6m.

Bus takes on average 9h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gera and Dortmund including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Gera to Dortmund 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 $93 compared to roughly $70 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-22.76. The journey takes 5h 36m versus 4h 36m 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 Gera to Dortmund

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    12:04 PM5h10
    Gera
    5:14 PMDortmund
    $801One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    12:04 PM5h10
    Gera
    5:14 PMDortmund
    $801One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    12:04 PM5h10
    Gera
    5:14 PMDortmund
    $801One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    5:55 AM5h19
    Gera
    11:14 AMDortmund
    $911One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    9:05 AM5h19
    Gera
    2:24 PMDortmund
    $911One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Gera to Dortmund

Travel to Dortmund 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 Gera to Dortmund.

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There are 2 options to travel between Gera and Dortmund including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Gera to Dortmund is a bus with an average price of $48.

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

A bus is $45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gera to Dortmund costing on average $93.

A bus is $676 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gera to Dortmund costing on average $723.

The fastest way to travel from Gera to Dortmund is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 6m.

Bus takes on average 9h 54m.

The distance from Gera to Dortmund is approximately 204 miles (329 km).
The average frequency per day from Gera to Dortmund is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gera and Dortmund 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 Gera to Dortmund:
  • Buses mostly depart from Gera, Bahnhofsplatz (FlixBus) and arrive in Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf.
  • Flights mostly depart from Leipzig/Halle Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gera Hbf and arrive in Dortmund Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gera to Dortmund, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Air Dolomiti to go to Dortmund by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Dortmund by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Dortmund by train.
Omio customers who travel from Gera to Dortmund often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Berlin, Munich, Katowice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dortmund and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Dortmund to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Dortmund, you can explore the vibrant Kreuzviertel district for trendy cafes and boutiques, attend concerts at the Westfalenhallen, and discover industrial heritage at the Zollern Colliery museum. Enjoy a stroll along Phoenix See or visit the Botanischer Garten Rombergpark for its serene landscapes. Key sights include Westfalenpark with its iconic Florianturm, the cultural Dortmund U-Tower, Signal Iduna Park, the Dortmund Zoo, and the German Football Museum.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Dortmund's key attractions, such as the Zollern Colliery, Dortmund U-Tower, and Westfalenpark, while also enjoying local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.

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