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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Leipzig Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Cheapest | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Leipzig Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Fastest | ||||
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Leipzig Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | ||||
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Dortmund by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Leipzig to Dortmund?
The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Dortmund start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $118. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Leipzig to Dortmund?
The average train trip from Leipzig to Dortmund takes 4h 52m and covers 342 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 51m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Leipzig to Dortmund departs at 6:40am. The latest train departs at 7:55pm.
What is the best train operator from Leipzig to Dortmund?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leipzig to Dortmund?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Leipzig to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leipzig to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Dortmund was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leipzig to Dortmund, as early as possible.
