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Compare train and bus for Reims to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Reims to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $53, while a bus costs an average of $79.
Distance: 217 miles (350 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$79 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 55m Average total duration 11h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Reims to Dortmund
Compare the available ways to get from Reims to Dortmund, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Reims to Dortmund:
A train is $27 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Reims to Dortmund costing on average $79.
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 55m.
Tickets start at around $79 compared to roughly $81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2. The journey takes 11h 25m versus 5h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Reims to Dortmund
How to get from Reims to Dortmund by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Reims to Dortmund is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

9:45 PM 16h15 Reims 2:00 PM Dortmund $59 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:45 PM 16h15 Reims 2:00 PM Dortmund $59 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:45 PM 16h15 Reims 2:00 PM Dortmund $59 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Reims to Dortmund:
A train is $27 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Reims to Dortmund costing on average $79.
Other travel options to Dortmund take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 55m.
- Around 7 buses per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Reims and Dortmund as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Reims station and arrive in Dortmund Hbf.
- Buses mostly depart from Reims, Gare de Champagne-Ardenne TGV and arrive in Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf.
- Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Dortmund by bus.
- Travel with Eurostar to go to Dortmund by train.
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