Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Dortmund | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Airport (ZLC) | Dortmund | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
| Airport (ZLC) | Dortmund | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich to Dortmund
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£30 - £87 | Average duration13h | 12kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£35 - £46 | Average duration6h 30m | 20kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Dortmund?
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
Stops in Dortmund
- ABrinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
- B
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen - CDortmund, Germany
- D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany
Compare bus companies
Based on 11492 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £30
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Zürich to Dortmund
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Dortmund?
The cheapest coach tickets from Zürich to Dortmund start from £30. The average price for this route is around £42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Zürich to Dortmund?
The average bus journey time from Zürich to Dortmund is 13h, covering a distance of 290 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Dortmund route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Dortmund?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Dortmund at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Dortmund?
A bus journey from Zürich to Dortmund produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to Dortmund was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Dortmund as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £29 to £53 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2025-12-07.
