How far is Dortmund from Ulm?

The distance separating Dortmund and Ulm is 243 miles (392 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dortmund to Ulm?

Most of the buses traveling from Dortmund to Ulm leave from Dortmund Hauptbahnhof and arrive at International Bus Stop - 51. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Dortmund to Ulm from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Dortmund to Ulm on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50am	Dortmund	9h 45m	9:35pm	Ulm	No tags
Bus	2:25pm	Dortmund	14h 15m	4:40am	Ulm	No tags
Bus	6:25pm	Dortmund	11h 10m	5:35am	Ulm	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Dortmund	10h 25m	6:00am	Ulm	No tags
Bus	9:15pm	Dortmund	11h 30m	8:45am	Ulm	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Ulm

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Ulm. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

243 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $161	Average Duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $297	Average Duration5h 7m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$38 - $59	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Ulm?

Stops in Dortmund

A - Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

B - ZOB

C - Dortmund Bushaltestelle

D - Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle

Stops in Ulm

A - International Bus Stop - 51

B - Ulm Bushaltestelle

C - Bushaltestelle Ulm Einsteinstraße

D - Ulm, Böfingen, Eberhard-Finckhstr. 34

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dortmund to Ulm by bus

How far is Dortmund from Ulm?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dortmund to Ulm?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/11

$32

11/12

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Today

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11/14

$36

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11/17

$37

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The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Ulm was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $32

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dortmund to Ulm, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $32 to $38 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Ulm based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-11-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Dortmund to Ulm?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time11h 30m	Avg Price$43	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 7m	Avg Price$101	Daily Departures11
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time5h 30m	Avg Price$44	Daily Departures2