Bus Basel to Dortmund - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Basel to Dortmund

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Basel to Dortmund from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today

$34

tomorrow

$38

Saturday

$38

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	13h 40m	6:40 PM	Basel	Central Station	8:20 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/10/2026 6:40:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/11/2026 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
FlixBus	11h 20m	2:45 PM	Basel	Central Station	2:05 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$36	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/10/2026 2:45:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/11/2026 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
FlixBus	10h 35m	10:40 PM	Basel	Central Station	9:15 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$36	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/10/2026 10:40:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/11/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
FlixBus	13h 5m	8:05 AM	Basel	Central Station	9:10 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/10/2026 8:05:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/10/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	13h 55m	3:05 AM	Basel	Central Station	5:00 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 3:05:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/11/2026 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
FlixBus	13h 40m	6:40 PM	Basel	Central Station	8:20 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 6:40:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/12/2026 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
FlixBus	11h 20m	2:45 PM	Basel	Central Station	2:05 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 2:45:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/12/2026 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
FlixBus	13h 5m	8:05 AM	Basel	Central Station	9:10 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 8:05:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/11/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m
FlixBus	10h 35m	10:40 PM	Basel	Central Station	9:15 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 10:40:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/12/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	10h 0m	1:05 AM	Basel	Central Station	11:05 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 1:05:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/12/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
FlixBus	11h 20m	2:45 PM	Basel	Central Station	2:05 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 2:45:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/13/2026 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
FlixBus	13h 40m	6:40 PM	Basel	Central Station	8:20 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 6:40:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/13/2026 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
FlixBus	10h 35m	10:40 PM	Basel	Central Station	9:15 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 10:40:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/13/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
FlixBus	13h 5m	8:05 AM	Basel	Central Station	9:10 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 8:05:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 9/12/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Basel to Dortmund is $32 on 9/9/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Basel and Dortmund

See here how frequent the connections between Basel and Dortmund are, during different times and days of the week.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Basel to Dortmund. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Basel and Dortmund.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 6 buses from Basel to Dortmund, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Basel and Dortmund, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Basel to Dortmund

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from Basel to Dortmund in one click! Book your bus ticket from Basel to Dortmund starting from $32!

Cheapest Bus	$32
Fastest Bus	10h 0m
Earliest Bus	8:05 AM
Latest Bus	10:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	272.8 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Basel to Dortmund

Every day, 5 buses from 1 bus companies leave Basel for Dortmund: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/10/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

$34

Friday 09/11

$45

Saturday 09/12

$38

Sunday 09/13

Monday 09/14

Tuesday 09/15

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

$35

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Basel to Dortmund

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Basel to Dortmund, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $34, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Basel to Dortmund. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $38.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Basel to Dortmund, with $34. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $39.

How to save money travelling from Basel to Dortmund

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Basel to Dortmund in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Basel to Dortmund, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Basel to Dortmund are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Basel and Dortmund

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Basel and Dortmund.

Heiliggeistkirche Bus Station

Musical Theater

Feldbergstrasse 151

Neuweilerstrasse Bus Station

Drei Linden

Claraplatz Bus Station

Signal Iduna Park

Central Bus Station

Platz der Deutschen Einheit 1

Asseln Aplerbecker Straße Bus Stop

Brünninghausen Bus Stop

Dollersweg Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Basel to Dortmund? Compare all modes of transports from Basel to Dortmund.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Basel to Dortmund

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Basel to Dortmund? Or which bus companies serve the route Basel to Dortmund? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Basel to Dortmund bus

How much does a Basel Dortmund bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $32 and takes 13h 40m to reach Dortmund. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Basel to Dortmund?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $32 and $51. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Dortmund.

On average, how many connections are available from Basel to Dortmund each day?

Every day, the Basel to Dortmund bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Basel to Dortmund take?

The fastest bus from Basel to Dortmund is offered by FlixBus and takes 10h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $38. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Basel to Dortmund?

The earliest bus arriving in Dortmund from Basel starts at 8:05 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Basel to Dortmund?

The latest bus trip departing from Basel for Dortmund starts at 10:40 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Basel Dortmund route?

When traveling by bus from Basel to Dortmund, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Dortmund?

You can check all the direct connections between Basel and Dortmund by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Basel to Dortmund bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Basel Dortmund bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Basel Dortmund bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Basel to Dortmund on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Basel to Dortmund

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Basel and to Dortmund

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Basel and to Dortmund. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!