Bus Mannheim to Dortmund: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Mannheim to Dortmund

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

today

$20

tomorrow

$18

Wednesday

$19

Thursday

$19

Friday

$23

Saturday

Sunday

$20

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	5h 40m	9:20 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	3:00 PM	Dortmund	Central Station		Economy	$20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 1/26/2026 9:20:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 1/26/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	4h 45m	4:30 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	9:15 AM	Dortmund	Central Station		Economy	$18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 1/27/2026 4:30:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 1/27/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
	FlixBus	5h 40m	9:20 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	3:00 PM	Dortmund	Central Station		Economy	$18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 1/27/2026 9:20:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 1/27/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	5h 40m	9:20 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	3:00 PM	Dortmund	Central Station		Economy	$19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 1/28/2026 9:20:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 1/28/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
	FlixBus	4h 45m	4:30 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	9:15 AM	Dortmund	Central Station		Economy	$21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 1/28/2026 4:30:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 1/28/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	4h 45m	4:30 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	9:15 AM	Dortmund	Central Station		Economy	$19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 1/29/2026 4:30:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 1/29/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	6h 15m	12:15 PM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	6:30 PM	Dortmund	Central Station		Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 1/30/2026 12:15:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 1/30/2026 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
	FlixBus	4h 45m	4:30 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	9:15 AM	Dortmund	Central Station		Economy	$31	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 1/30/2026 4:30:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 1/30/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 45m	4:30 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	9:15 AM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 2/1/2026 4:30:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 2/1/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
FlixBus	5h 40m	9:20 AM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	3:00 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 2/1/2026 9:20:00 AM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 2/1/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
FlixBus	6h 15m	12:15 PM	Mannheim	Central Bus Station	6:30 PM	Dortmund	Central Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 2/1/2026 12:15:00 PM to Central Station, Dortmund (Germany) arriving at 2/1/2026 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Mannheim to Dortmund is $18 on 1/27/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Mannheim and Dortmund

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Mannheim to Dortmund. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Mannheim and Dortmund.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 5 buses from Mannheim to Dortmund, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Mannheim and Dortmund, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Mannheim to Dortmund

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 1 times every day by bus from Mannheim to Dortmund in one click! Book your bus ticket from Mannheim to Dortmund starting from $18!

Cheapest Bus	$18
Fastest Bus	4h 45m
Earliest Bus	9:20 AM
Latest Bus	12:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	146.8 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Mannheim to Dortmund

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus companies leave Mannheim for Dortmund: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 01/25

Monday 01/26

$19

Tuesday 01/27

$18

Wednesday 01/28

$19

Thursday 01/29

$19

Friday 01/30

$23

Saturday 01/31

Sunday 02/01

$20

Monday 02/02

$19

Tuesday 02/03

Wednesday 02/04

$18

Thursday 02/05

Friday 02/06

$20

Saturday 02/07

Sunday 02/08

$20

Monday 02/09

$18

Tuesday 02/10

Wednesday 02/11

Thursday 02/12

Friday 02/13

Saturday 02/14

$21

Sunday 02/15

Monday 02/16

Tuesday 02/17

Wednesday 02/18

Thursday 02/19

Friday 02/20

Saturday 02/21

The cheapest time to travel from Mannheim to Dortmund

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

With a price starting from $18, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Mannheim to Dortmund. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $20.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Mannheim to Dortmund, with $18. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $23.

How to save money travelling from Mannheim 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 Mannheim 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 Mannheim 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 Mannheim to Dortmund are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Mannheim and Dortmund

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

Central Bus Station

Heinrich-von-Stephan-Str 6-8

Theresienkrankenhaus

Central Station

Kaiserring

Friedrichsfeld Süd Train Station

Boveristraße Bus Stop

Signal Iduna Park

Derne Train Station

Bövinghausen Train Station

Hörde Station

Hörder Bahnhofstr

Kirchderne Train Station

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Mannheim to Dortmund

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

FAQs about the Mannheim to Dortmund bus

How much does a Mannheim Dortmund bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $18 and takes 4h 45m to reach Dortmund. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $18 and $31. 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 Mannheim to Dortmund each day?

Every day, the Mannheim to Dortmund bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Mannheim to Dortmund is offered by FlixBus and takes 4h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $18. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Mannheim to Dortmund?

The earliest bus arriving in Dortmund from Mannheim starts at 9:20 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 Mannheim to Dortmund?

The latest bus trip departing from Mannheim for Dortmund starts at 12:15 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 Mannheim Dortmund route?

When traveling by bus from Mannheim 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 Mannheim and Dortmund?

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Mannheim and to Dortmund

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