Train from Dortmund to Leipzig: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Leipzig on 10 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Leipzig HbfCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:59 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 ZAR 410, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
5h 50mAverage duration
342 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceZAR 410 - ZAR 1,592Average duration5h 50m
9kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceZAR 381 - ZAR 4,811Average duration5h 17m
8kg CO₂e

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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Leipzig start from ZAR 381. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 1,602. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Leipzig?

    The average train journey time from Dortmund to Leipzig is 5h 17m, covering a distance of 342 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 19m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

  3. Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Leipzig route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, IC Bus.

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

    The earliest train from Dortmund to Leipzig departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 20:47.

  5. 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.

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

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.

  7. 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.

  8. 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
07/09
ZAR 1,211
08/09
ZAR 918
Today
ZAR 1,271
10/09
ZAR 665
11/09
ZAR 782
12/09
ZAR 665
13/09
ZAR 880
14/09
ZAR 468
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dortmund to Leipzig was searched and found on 14 Sept 2026 with a price of ZAR 468

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 ZAR 468 to ZAR 4,347 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 ZAR 468, which is on 2026-09-14.

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.

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