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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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Deutsche Bahn + Abellio Rail Mitteldeutschland + National Express | Leipzig Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Cheapest | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn + Abellio Rail Mitteldeutschland + National Express | Leipzig Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | |||||
DB Regio Südost + Abellio Rail Mitteldeutschland + NordWestBahn + National Express | Leipzig Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Nord + National Express | Leipzig Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn + Abellio Rail Mitteldeutschland + National Express | Leipzig Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Leipzig to Dortmund
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 259, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Leipzig and Dortmund?
Leipzig
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Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - B
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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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 MAD 218. The average price for this train route is around MAD 863. 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 5h 44m and covers 342 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 22m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Dortmund?
The earliest train from Leipzig to Dortmund departs at 6:04am. The latest train departs at 11:49pm.
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 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leipzig to Dortmund?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
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 Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
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 Aug 17, 2026 with a price of MAD 349To 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.
You can expect to pay from MAD 349 to MAD 2,692 for a train ticket from Leipzig to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 349 which is on 2026-08-17.
Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
