Find cheap bus tickets from Dortmund to Leipzig

Easily compare and book your next trip with Busbud

Trusted by 65M+ travelers every year looking for bus and train tickets
Serving 2M+ bus and train routes in more than 80 countries
Dedicated customer service from booking to travel
TomorrowApr 26
from $29
SatApr 27
SunApr 28
from $33
MonApr 29
TueApr 30
WedMay 1
ThuMay 2
FriMay 3

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Dortmund
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig central station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $29
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Dortmund
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig central station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $33
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Dortmund
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig central station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $55
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Dortmund
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig central station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $33
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Dortmund
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig central station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $33
Bus Dortmund to Leipzig: Trip Overview

Bus Dortmund to Leipzig: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$29
Average bus trip duration5h 25m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure1:45 AM
Distance213 miles (342 km)
Latest bus departure11:55 PM

Dortmund to Leipzig Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures4
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:45AM - 11:55PM
Minimum Price$16
Average Ticket Price$29
Minimum Trip Duration5h5m
Average Bus Trip Duration5h25m
Distance213 miles (342 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Dortmund - Leipzig

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. The two options are convenient and sustainable ways to reach Leipzig. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

The average travel time from Dortmund to Leipzig is about 5h 25m, but you can get there in as little as 5h 5m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 213 miles (343 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 213 miles (343 km).

On average, there are 4 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Dortmund to Leipzig may vary. Simplify your trip from Dortmund to Leipzig by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The first bus leaves at 1:45 AM and the last one leaves at 11:55 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Dortmund to Leipzig start their journey at Dortmund Hauptbahnhof and wind up at Hbf. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The average bus ticket price from Dortmund to Leipzig is $29. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $16 and $56, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Leipzig, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Botanical Garden, Lipzi Tours, Leipzig Zoo, Opera House and Grassimuseum.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Dortmund to Leipzig but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Dortmund to Leipzig, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Dortmund to Leipzig will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Dortmund to Leipzig.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Dortmund to Leipzig?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time5h 25mAvg Price$29Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time7h 49mAvg Price$33Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel Time4h 20mAvg Price$30Daily Departures7

The best way to travel between Dortmund and Leipzig is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $29 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $16. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Leipzig, choose the bus, as it will take you from Dortmund to Leipzig in about 4h 20m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Dortmund by bus?

Bus from Leipzig to Dortmund

You can also go to Leipzig by train

Train from Dortmund to Leipzig

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud helps you easily search, compare and book intercity bus tickets on a worldwide scale with our comprehensive list of bus routes and schedules. With Busbud, wherever you go, you have a worldwide bus station within reach and available in your own language and currency. Busbud partners with safe and reliable bus companies throughout the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others so you can buy tickets without a worry.