Find coaches from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

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Next departures from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on 3 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Dortmund
FRA Frankfurt airportCheapest
Flixbus
Dortmund
Frankfurt HbfFastest
Flixbus
Dortmund
FRA Frankfurt airportNo tags
Flixbus
Dortmund
Frankfurt HbfNo tags
Flixbus
Dortmund
Frankfurt HbfNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

Bus
Average priceUS$16 - US$62Average duration3h 45m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average priceUS$19 - US$269Average duration3h 12m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$14 - US$32Average duration2h 40m
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day
2h 40mAverage duration
US$14Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$23
Average bus trip duration3h 45m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure04:55
Distance113 miles
Latest bus departure21:15

Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Frankfurt am Main from Dortmund, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Dortmund - Frankfurt am Main

  1. What's the distance between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main by coach?

    The journey from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main by coach covers an approximate distance of 111 miles (179 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main without a car?

    You can reach Frankfurt am Main from Dortmund by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
31/08
US$23
01/09
US$18
Today
US$17
03/09
US$15
04/09
US$15
05/09
US$18
06/09
US$17
07/09
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 3 Sept 2025 with a price of US$15

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

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$62 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$15, which is on 2025-09-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Dortmund by bus?

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