Bus Dortmund to Basel: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Dortmund to Basel

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

today

from $57

tomorrow

from $65

Saturday

from $54

Sunday

from $61

Monday

from $46

Tuesday

from $43

Wednesday

from $39

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	11h 45m	1:00 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	12:45 AM	Basel	Central Station		Economy	$57	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/17/2025 1:00:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/18/2025 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
	FlixBus	9h 10m	6:40 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	3:50 AM	Basel	Central Station		Economy	$73	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/17/2025 6:40:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/18/2025 3:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Dortmund to Basel via Strasbourg, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  11h 55m
  
  0
  
  7:35 PM
  
  Dortmund
  Central Station
  
  4:15 AM
  
  Strasbourg
  Place de l'Etoile
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $43
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/18/2025 7:35:00 PM to Place de l'Etoile, Strasbourg (France) arriving at 7/19/2025 4:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  2h 35m
  
  0
  
  4:55 AM
  
  Strasbourg
  Place de l'Etoile
  
  7:30 AM
  
  Basel
  Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $8
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Place de l'Etoile, Strasbourg (France) at 7/19/2025 4:55:00 AM to Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/19/2025 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	9h 10m	6:40 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	3:50 AM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$65	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/18/2025 6:40:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/19/2025 3:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
FlixBus	11h 45m	1:00 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	12:45 AM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$67	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/18/2025 1:00:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/19/2025 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
FlixBus	10h 45m	5:10 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	3:55 PM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/18/2025 5:10:00 AM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/18/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Dortmund to Basel via Strasbourg, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  11h 55m
  
  0
  
  7:35 PM
  
  Dortmund
  Central Station
  
  4:15 AM
  
  Strasbourg
  Place de l'Etoile
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $43
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/18/2025 7:35:00 PM to Place de l'Etoile, Strasbourg (France) arriving at 7/19/2025 4:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  2h 35m
  
  0
  
  4:55 AM
  
  Strasbourg
  Place de l'Etoile
  
  7:30 AM
  
  Basel
  Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $8
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Place de l'Etoile, Strasbourg (France) at 7/19/2025 4:55:00 AM to Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/19/2025 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	11h 45m	1:00 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	12:45 AM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$54	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/19/2025 1:00:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/20/2025 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
FlixBus	10h 45m	5:10 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	3:55 PM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/19/2025 5:10:00 AM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/19/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 45m
FlixBus	9h 10m	6:40 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	3:50 AM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$62	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/19/2025 6:40:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/20/2025 3:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	10h 45m	5:10 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	3:55 PM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/20/2025 5:10:00 AM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/20/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 45m
FlixBus	9h 10m	6:40 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	3:50 AM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$74	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/20/2025 6:40:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/21/2025 3:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
FlixBus	11h 45m	1:00 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	12:45 AM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/20/2025 1:00:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/21/2025 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Dortmund to Basel via Strasbourg, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  12h 0m
  
  0
  
  7:35 PM
  
  Dortmund
  Central Station
  
  4:15 AM
  
  Strasbourg
  Place de l'Etoile
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $42
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/20/2025 7:35:00 PM to Place de l'Etoile, Strasbourg (France) arriving at 7/21/2025 4:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  2h 20m
  
  0
  
  5:15 AM
  
  Strasbourg
  Place de l'Etoile
  
  7:35 AM
  
  Basel
  Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $8
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Place de l'Etoile, Strasbourg (France) at 7/21/2025 5:15:00 AM to Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/21/2025 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
Travel time is 2h 50m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	10h 45m	5:10 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	3:55 PM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/21/2025 5:10:00 AM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/21/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 45m
FlixBus	11h 45m	1:00 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	12:45 AM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/21/2025 1:00:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/22/2025 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
FlixBus	9h 10m	6:40 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	3:50 AM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/21/2025 6:40:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/22/2025 3:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	10h 45m	5:10 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	3:55 PM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/22/2025 5:10:00 AM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/22/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 45m
FlixBus	11h 45m	1:00 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	12:45 AM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/22/2025 1:00:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/23/2025 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
FlixBus	9h 10m	6:40 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	3:50 AM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/22/2025 6:40:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/23/2025 3:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	10h 45m	5:10 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	3:55 PM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/23/2025 5:10:00 AM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/23/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 45m
FlixBus	11h 45m	1:00 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	12:45 AM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/23/2025 1:00:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/24/2025 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
FlixBus	9h 10m	6:40 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	3:50 AM	Basel	Central Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) at 7/23/2025 6:40:00 PM to Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) arriving at 7/24/2025 3:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m

Frequency of bus connections between Dortmund and Basel

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Dortmund to Basel. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Dortmund and Basel.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 7 buses from Dortmund to Basel, while Night sees the fewest connections between Dortmund and Basel, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Dortmund to Basel

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Dortmund to Basel in one click! Book your bus ticket from Dortmund to Basel starting from $39!

Cheapest Bus	$39
Fastest Bus	9h 10m
Earliest Bus	1:00 PM
Latest Bus	6:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	272.8 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Dortmund to Basel

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Dortmund for Basel: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/17/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/13

Monday 07/14

Tuesday 07/15

Wednesday 07/16

Thursday 07/17

$31

Friday 07/18

$43

Saturday 07/19

$54

Sunday 07/20

$43

Monday 07/21

$46

Tuesday 07/22

$43

Wednesday 07/23

$39

Thursday 07/24

$56

Friday 07/25

$34

Saturday 07/26

$42

Sunday 07/27

$34

Monday 07/28

$58

Tuesday 07/29

$45

Wednesday 07/30

$50

Thursday 07/31

$39

Friday 08/01

Saturday 08/02

$53

Sunday 08/03

$43

Monday 08/04

$40

Tuesday 08/05

Wednesday 08/06

$40

Thursday 08/07

$51

Friday 08/08

Saturday 08/09

The cheapest time to travel from Dortmund to Basel

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

With a price starting from $39, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Dortmund to Basel. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $65.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Dortmund to Basel, with $39. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $49.

How to save money travelling from Dortmund to Basel

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 Dortmund to Basel 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 Dortmund to Basel, 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 Dortmund to Basel are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Dortmund and Basel

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

Signal Iduna Park

Central Bus Station

Platz der Deutschen Einheit 1

Asseln Aplerbecker Straße Bus Stop

Brünninghausen Bus Stop

Dollersweg Bus Stop

Central Station

Meret Oppenheim-Strasse

Marktplatz

Musical Theater

Feldbergstrasse 151

Neuweilerstrasse Bus Station

Drei Linden

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 Basel? Compare all modes of transports from Dortmund to Basel.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Dortmund to Basel

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

FAQs about the Dortmund to Basel bus

How much does a Dortmund Basel bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $39 and takes 10h 45m to reach Basel. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $39 and $82. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Basel.

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

Every day, the Dortmund to Basel bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Dortmund to Basel is offered by FlixBus and takes 9h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $73. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Dortmund to Basel?

The earliest bus arriving in Basel from Dortmund starts at 1:00 PM. 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 Dortmund to Basel?

The latest bus trip departing from Dortmund for Basel starts at 6:40 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 Dortmund Basel route?

When traveling by bus from Dortmund to Basel, 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 Dortmund and Basel?

You can check all the direct connections between Dortmund and Basel 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 Dortmund to Basel 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 Dortmund Basel 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 Dortmund Basel 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 Dortmund to Basel on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Dortmund and to Basel

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