What is the distance between Dresden and Dortmund?

The distance separating Dresden and Dortmund is 274 miles (441 km).

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

If you're headed to Dortmund from Dresden, chances are that your bus will leave from Neustadt and arrive at Dortmund Hauptbahnhof. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Dortmund?

Once in Dortmund, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museum Ostwall, Children's Museum Mondo Mio, Museum of Art and Cultural History, The Zollern Colliery and Dortmund CityTour.

Bus Dresden to Dortmund from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Dresden to Dortmund on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:10am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	7h 10m	3:20pm	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	11:40am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	7h 50m	7:30pm	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	2:10pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	7h 30m	9:40pm	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	7h 5m	4:25am	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	6h 50m	5:30am	Dortmund	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden to Dortmund

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

273 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $83	Average Duration7h 35m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $259	Average Duration6h 23m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $58	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Timeliness3.9

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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 Dresden and Dortmund?

Stops in Dresden

A - Neustadt

B - Hbf

C - Riegelplatz

D - Dresden Airport

Stops in Dortmund

A - Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

B - ZOB

C - Dortmund Bushaltestelle

D - Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dresden to Dortmund by bus

What is the distance between Dresden and Dortmund?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dresden to Dortmund?
What are the best sights and things to do in Dortmund?

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The cheapest trip from Dresden to Dortmund was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $33 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-11-21.