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What is the best way to travel from Zurich to Dortmund?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Buses and Flights for the journey to Dortmund from Zurich. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
9h 45m
$33
$50
5
Train
6h 28m
$38
$55
62
Flight
5h 35m
$97
$268
16

What is the cheapest way to reach Dortmund from Zurich?

You can get to Dortmund with just $33 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Saturday
from $45
Sunday
from $38
Monday
from $41
Tuesday
from $38
Wednesday
from $33
Thursday
from $39
Friday
from $41

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 37m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    3:36 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 4m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    7:09 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $54
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 22m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    12:27 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $69
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $52
  • FlixBus
    20h 45m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:20 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $57
  • FlixBus
    15h 10m
    0
    5:20 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:30 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $58
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Germania Flug
    8h 55m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:25 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Germania Flug
    Economy
    from $206
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    10h 40m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:25 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $279
  • EasyJet Airline
    26h 55m
    0
    3:10 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:05 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $284
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    24h 10m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:25 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $350

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 0m
    0
    5:59 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    1:59 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $38
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 22m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    12:27 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $48
  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 2m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    7:07 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $48
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 15m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    2:14 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $54
  • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $54
  • FlixBus
    12h 25m
    0
    3:40 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    4:05 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $58
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    1:50 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    3:00 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $60
  • FlixBus
    20h 45m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:20 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $61
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Swiss International Air Lines
    11h 0m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:05 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $135
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    7h 50m
    0
    10:15 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:05 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $198
  • Pegasus Airlines
    24h 0m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:40 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $247
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    11h 0m
    0
    9:25 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:25 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $324

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    15h 55m
    0
    5:20 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $45
  • FlixBus
    20h 45m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:20 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    1:50 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    3:00 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $49
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 47m
    0
    3:34 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    10:21 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 28m
    0
    4:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    11:27 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 4m
    0
    4:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    12:03 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 39m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    3:38 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    19h 50m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:40 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $253
  • Bulgaria Air
    6h 5m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:40 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bulgaria Air
    Economy
    from $288
  • Lufthansa
    24h 40m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:55 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $351
  • Pegasus Airlines
    24h 0m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:40 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $356

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • FlixBus
    12h 25m
    0
    3:40 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    4:05 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $40
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 14m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:04 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $92
  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 31m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:21 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $92
  • Deutsche Bahn
    14h 2m
    0
    12:19 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    2:21 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $100
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    25h 35m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    1:15 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $97
  • Pegasus Airlines
    21h 50m
    0
    3:25 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    1:15 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $97
  • AirBaltic
    6h 35m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    2:45 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from $187
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    8h 5m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:25 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $192

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    20h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $115
  • Bulgaria Air
    5h 35m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:10 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bulgaria Air
    Economy
    from $169
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    13h 50m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:05 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $336
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    15h 0m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:05 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $352

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $39
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 28m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    3:27 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $41
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 22m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    12:27 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $48
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 15m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    2:14 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $48
  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 16m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    7:21 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $48

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 28m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    3:27 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $41
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 22m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    12:27 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $54
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 15m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    2:14 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $54
  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 16m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    7:21 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $54
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    12h 25m
    0
    3:40 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    4:05 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $55
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    13h 25m
    0
    7:55 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:20 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $214
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    8h 35m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:40 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from $291
  • Air Serbia
    6h 5m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:40 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $298
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    6h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    4:30 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $319

What are the fastest trips from Zurich to Dortmund?

You can get to Dortmund from Zurich in just 5h 35m with a Flight from Bulgaria Air. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 7h 22m
Sunday
from 6h 50m
Monday
from 6h 5m
Tuesday
from 6h 35m
Wednesday
from 5h 35m
Thursday
from 7h 15m
Friday
from 6h 5m

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 22m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    12:27 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $69
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 37m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    3:36 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 4m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    7:09 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $54
  • Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Germania Flug
    8h 55m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:25 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Germania Flug
    Economy
    from $206
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    10h 40m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:25 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $279
  • AJet
    21h 10m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:20 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $356
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    24h 10m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:25 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $350
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $52
  • FlixBus
    15h 10m
    0
    5:20 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:30 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $58
  • FlixBus
    20h 45m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:20 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $57

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Lufthansa
    6h 50m
    0
    1:35 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:25 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $324
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    7h 50m
    0
    10:15 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:05 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $198
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    11h 0m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:05 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $135
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    11h 0m
    0
    9:25 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:25 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $324
  • Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 15m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    2:14 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $54
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 22m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    12:27 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $48
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 0m
    0
    5:59 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    1:59 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $38
  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 2m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    7:07 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $48
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $54
  • FlixBus
    12h 25m
    0
    3:40 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    4:05 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $58
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    1:50 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    3:00 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $60
  • FlixBus
    15h 55m
    0
    5:20 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $62

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Bulgaria Air
    6h 5m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:40 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bulgaria Air
    Economy
    from $288
  • Pegasus Airlines
    19h 50m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:40 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $253
  • Pegasus Airlines
    24h 0m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:40 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $356
  • Lufthansa
    24h 40m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:55 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $351
  • Fastest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 28m
    0
    4:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    11:27 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 47m
    0
    3:34 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    10:21 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 4m
    0
    4:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    12:03 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 39m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    3:38 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    12h 25m
    0
    3:40 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    4:05 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    1:50 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    3:00 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $49
  • FlixBus
    15h 55m
    0
    5:20 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $45

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • AirBaltic
    6h 35m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    2:45 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from $187
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    8h 5m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:25 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $192
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    11h 30m
    0
    9:25 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:55 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $326
  • Pegasus Airlines
    21h 50m
    0
    3:25 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    1:15 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $97
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • FlixBus
    12h 25m
    0
    3:40 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    4:05 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $40
  • Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 14m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:04 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $92
  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 31m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:21 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $92
  • Deutsche Bahn
    14h 2m
    0
    12:19 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    2:21 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $100

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Bulgaria Air
    5h 35m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:10 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bulgaria Air
    Economy
    from $169
  • Edelweiss Air
    5h 55m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:40 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Edelweiss Air
    Economy
    from $391
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    13h 50m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:05 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $336
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    15h 0m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:05 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $352
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 15m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    2:14 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $48
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 22m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    12:27 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $48
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 28m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    3:27 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $41
  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 16m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    7:21 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $48
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $39

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Air Serbia
    6h 5m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:40 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $298
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    6h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    4:30 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $319
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    8h 35m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:40 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from $291
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    10h 50m
    0
    9:25 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:15 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $341
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 15m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    2:14 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $54
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 22m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    12:27 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $54
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 28m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    3:27 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $41
  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 16m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    7:21 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $54
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:15 AM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    12h 25m
    0
    3:40 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    4:05 PM
    Dortmund
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $55
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Zurich to Dortmund

What are the most popular stations in Zurich and Dortmund?

In Zurich, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station Sihlquai or Central Polybahn, while in Dortmund you will be arriving at Central Station, West Train Station or Asseln Mitte Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Dortmund from Zurich? With 11 connections between 2 Train, Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Zurich and Dortmund, you can pay as low as $33 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Bulgaria Air: you will get to Dortmund in just 5h 35m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Zurich and Dortmund are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and Swiss International Air Lines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Zurich and Dortmund is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Zollikon or to Dortmund Airport, and look at flights from Zurich Airport, and landing at Dortmund Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Zurich to Dortmund?

The most popular companies between Zurich and Dortmund, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and Swiss International Air Lines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Swiss International Air Lines, Pegasus Airlines, Lufthansa CityLine and 9 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Zurich to Dortmund

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Zurich to Dortmund. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Zurich to Dortmund

How can I reach Dortmund from Zurich?

Every day, there are on average 11 connections between Train, Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Dortmund from Zurich.

How far is Dortmund from Zurich?

The distance between Zurich and Dortmund is 290.5 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Zurich and Dortmund?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 13 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 79 kgs, and a flight 115 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Zurich to Dortmund?

You can get to Dortmund with just $33 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Dortmund?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Dortmund in just 5h 35m with a Flight from Bulgaria Air.

More routes to Zurich and to Dortmund

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Zurich and to Dortmund. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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