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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Dortmund | Cheapest | |||||
| Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Dortmund | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | HAM Airport | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Dortmund
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 293, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Dortmund?
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Dortmund by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Dortmund?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Dortmund start at R 272. The average price for this route is around R 520. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Dortmund?
The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Dortmund is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 285 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Dortmund route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Dortmund?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Dortmund at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Dortmund?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Dortmund produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Hamburg to Dortmund?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11385 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Dortmund?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Hamburg to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Dortmund was searched and found on 05 Feb 2026 with a price of R 254To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Dortmund as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 254 to R 1 007 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 254, which is on 2026-02-05.
