How much does a train ticket cost from Dortmund to Leipzig?

The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Leipzig start from ₹2,139. The average price for this train route is around ₹8,214. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Leipzig?

The average train journey time from Dortmund to Leipzig is 4h 49m, covering a distance of 212 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 19m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Leipzig route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 19 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , IC Bus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Leipzig?

The earliest train from Dortmund to Leipzig departs at 06:28. And the latest train departs at 20:47.

Which is the best train operator from Dortmund to Leipzig?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is IC Bus , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Leipzig?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Dortmund to Leipzig?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is IC Bus , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dortmund to Leipzig?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is IC Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Dortmund to Leipzig from ₹3,280 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Leipzig on 27 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	18:27	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	5h 17m	23:44	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	13:46	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 29m	18:15	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:28	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 49m	17:17	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	18:27	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	5h 17m	23:44	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + erixx + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Südost	Train	18:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	6h 36m	01:23	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Leipzig on 28 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	13:32	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	5h 17m	18:49	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	07:46	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 28m	12:14	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	06:28	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 49m	11:17	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	18:27	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	5h 17m	23:44	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + erixx + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Südost	Train	18:47	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	6h 36m	01:23	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Leipzig on 29 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	18:27	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	5h 17m	23:44	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	07:46	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 28m	12:14	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	13:32	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	5h 17m	18:49	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:28	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 49m	11:17	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	18:27	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	5h 17m	23:44	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Leipzig on 30 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	18:27	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	5h 17m	23:44	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	07:46	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 28m	12:14	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	13:32	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	5h 17m	18:49	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:28	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 49m	11:17	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	18:27	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	5h 17m	23:44	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Leipzig on 31 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:28	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 49m	11:17	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	07:46	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 28m	12:14	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	13:32	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	5h 17m	18:49	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:28	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 49m	11:17	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	18:27	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	5h 17m	23:44	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 14:41 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Dortmund to Leipzig

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just ₹2,134, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

5h 50mAverage duration

212 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price₹2,134 - ₹12,332	Average duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price₹2,139 - ₹28,518	Average duration4h 49m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dortmund and Leipzig?

Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
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Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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B
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/59 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi2.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

FlixTrain

3.4/530 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.9

Wi‑Fi2.1

IC Bus

4.5/520 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Leipzig by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Dortmund to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Leipzig start from ₹2,139. The average price for this train route is around ₹8,214. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Leipzig?
The average train journey time from Dortmund to Leipzig is 4h 49m, covering a distance of 212 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 19m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 19 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, IC Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Dortmund to Leipzig departs at 06:28. And the latest train departs at 20:47.
Which is the best train operator from Dortmund to Leipzig?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is IC Bus, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Leipzig?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Dortmund to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is IC Bus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dortmund to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is IC Bus, 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.

Best price found

25/05

₹7,822

26/05

₹7,025

Today

₹7,959

28/05

₹4,214

29/05

₹7,004

30/05

₹4,685

31/05

₹4,214

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The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Leipzig was searched and found on 28 May 2026 with a price of ₹4,214

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dortmund to Leipzig as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ₹4,214 to ₹26,735 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₹4,214, which is on 2026-05-28.

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.