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Which bus from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£20
tomorrow
£15
Tuesday
£12
Wednesday
£10
Thursday
£11
Friday
£15
Saturday
£13

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 20m 21:15 Dortmund Central Station 00:35 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £20
FlixBus 3h 50m 18:40 Dortmund Central Station 22:30 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £24
FlixBus 5h 15m 17:00 Dortmund Central Station 22:15 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £27
FlixBus 3h 45m 12:40 Dortmund Central Station 16:25 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main via Cologne/Bonn Airport, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 40m
      0
      10:55
      Dortmund
      Central Station
      13:20
      Cologne/Bonn Airport
      Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      13:25
      Cologne/Bonn Airport
      Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
      15:35
      Frankfurt am Main
      Central Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 20m 04:55 Dortmund Central Station 08:15 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £15
FlixBus 3h 20m 21:15 Dortmund Central Station 00:35 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £15
FlixBus 3h 45m 12:40 Dortmund Central Station 16:25 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £17
FlixBus 5h 15m 17:00 Dortmund Central Station 22:15 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £17
FlixBus 5h 15m 08:15 Dortmund Central Station 13:30 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 20m 21:15 Dortmund Central Station 00:35 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 3h 20m 04:55 Dortmund Central Station 08:15 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £13
FlixBus 5h 15m 08:15 Dortmund Central Station 13:30 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £14

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 20m 21:15 Dortmund Central Station 00:35 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £10
FlixBus 5h 15m 08:15 Dortmund Central Station 13:30 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £13

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 45m 12:40 Dortmund Central Station 16:25 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £11
FlixBus 3h 20m 21:15 Dortmund Central Station 00:35 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £11
FlixBus 3h 50m 18:40 Dortmund Central Station 22:30 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 5h 15m 17:00 Dortmund Central Station 22:15 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £13

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 20m 21:15 Dortmund Central Station 00:35 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £15
FlixBus 3h 20m 04:55 Dortmund Central Station 08:15 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £16
FlixBus 3h 45m 12:40 Dortmund Central Station 16:25 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £16
FlixBus 3h 50m 18:40 Dortmund Central Station 22:30 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £17
FlixBus 5h 15m 17:00 Dortmund Central Station 22:15 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 20m 21:15 Dortmund Central Station 00:35 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £13
FlixBus 3h 45m 12:40 Dortmund Central Station 16:25 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 3h 50m 18:40 Dortmund Central Station 22:30 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 3h 20m 04:55 Dortmund Central Station 08:15 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £18
FlixBus 5h 15m 08:15 Dortmund Central Station 13:30 Frankfurt am Main Central Station  Economy £18

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is £10 on 04/11/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily coaches from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 12 coaches from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main, while Night sees the fewest connections between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main, with 4 offers.

All facts for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus that travel daily 4 times by bus from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main in one click. Book your Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main bus ticket starting from £10!

Cheapest Bus £10
Fastest Bus 3h 20m
Earliest Coach 12:40
Latest Coach 21:15
Daily Bus Connections 4 Ø
Distance 177.9 km
Coach Companies FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

Every day, 4 buses from 1 coach companies leave Dortmund for Frankfurt am Main. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 01/11/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/10
Tuesday 27/10
Wednesday 28/10
Thursday 29/10
Friday 30/10
Saturday 31/10
Sunday 01/11
£20
Monday 02/11
£15
Tuesday 03/11
£12
Wednesday 04/11
£10
Thursday 05/11
£11
Friday 06/11
£15
Saturday 07/11
£13
Sunday 08/11
£14
Monday 09/11
£11
Tuesday 10/11
£11
Wednesday 11/11
£11
Thursday 12/11
£12
Friday 13/11
£14
Saturday 14/11
£13
Sunday 15/11
£15
Monday 16/11
£13
Tuesday 17/11
£12
Wednesday 18/11
£11
Thursday 19/11
£10
Friday 20/11
£13
Saturday 21/11
£13
Sunday 22/11

The cheapest time to travel from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £10, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £13.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main, with £10. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £13.

How to save money travelling from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main, 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 coaches from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Dortmund - Frankfurt am Main

Deutsche Bahn
Vior Elisabeta , 13/10/2025

War sehr gut !

All bus stations and stops in Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main

Here is a map with all coach stations in Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

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 Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main? Compare all modes of transports from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main bus

How much does a Dortmund Frankfurt am Main coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Dortmund Frankfurt am Main bus trip is available from £10 and takes 3h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £10 to £44. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Frankfurt am Main.

How many connections are available for the Dortmund Frankfurt am Main route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Frankfurt am Main from Dortmund take?

The quickest coach from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is provided by FlixBus and takes 3h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £20. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

The earliest bus to Frankfurt am Main departs from Dortmund at 12:40. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

The latest bus to Frankfurt am Main departs from Dortmund at 21:15. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Dortmund Frankfurt am Main route?

Passengers looking to travel from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main can travel with FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main?

You can check all the direct connections between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main 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 bus to Frankfurt am Main from Dortmund?

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 bus for the Dortmund Frankfurt am Main bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Dortmund Frankfurt am Main 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 travelling 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 Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 4 daily trips between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

Prices and availability for 4 trips between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

Economy
Economy

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

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