How much is the train ticket from Dortmund to Leipzig?

The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Leipzig start from R 366. The average price for this train route is around R 1 409. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Leipzig?

The average train ride duration from Dortmund to Leipzig is 4h 49m, covering a distance of 212 miles (342 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 19m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Dortmund to Leipzig route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , IC Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dortmund to Leipzig?

The earliest train departs from Dortmund to Leipzig at 6:23am. And the latest train departs at 8:36pm.

What 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?

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

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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 R 345 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Dortmund to Leipzig on May 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:47pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	6h 9m	12:56am	Leipzig Hbf	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:47pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	6h 9m	12:56am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	8:36pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	8h 13m	4:49am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:47pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	6h 9m	12:56am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	8:36pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	8h 13m	4:49am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Leipzig on May 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:32pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	5h 17m	6:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	1:42pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 19m	6:01pm	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	6:28am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 49m	11:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	6:45am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 32m	11:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	7:46am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 56m	12:42pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Leipzig on May 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:32pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	5h 17m	6:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	1:42pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 19m	6:01pm	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	6:28am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 49m	11:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	6:45am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 32m	11:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	7:46am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 56m	12:42pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Leipzig on May 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:28pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 49m	5:17pm	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	1:42pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 19m	6:01pm	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	1:32pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	5h 17m	6:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:28am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 49m	11:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	6:45am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 32m	11:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Leipzig on May 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:28am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 49m	11:17am	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	1:42pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 19m	6:01pm	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	1:32pm	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	5h 17m	6:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:28am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 49m	11:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	6:45am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 32m	11:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:35 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 R 381, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

5h 50mAverage Duration

212 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR 381 - R 1 826	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR 366 - R 5 004	Average Duration4h 49m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

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

Dortmund

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Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
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Leipzig

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Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.1

FlixTrain

3.2/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.5

IC Bus

4.5/520 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn, ÖBB

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dortmund to Leipzig 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 Dortmund to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Leipzig start from R 366. The average price for this train route is around R 1 409. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Leipzig?
The average train ride duration from Dortmund to Leipzig is 4h 49m, covering a distance of 212 miles (342 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 19m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Dortmund to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, IC Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dortmund to Leipzig?
The earliest train departs from Dortmund to Leipzig at 6:23am. And the latest train departs at 8:36pm.
What 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?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Dortmund to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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

05/04

R 1 579

05/05

R 1 211

Today

R 2 844

05/07

R 809

05/08

R 913

05/09

R 729

05/10

R 729

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The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Leipzig was searched and found on May 9, 2026 with a price of R 729

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 R 729 to R 4 757 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 R 729 which is on 2026-05-09.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE 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.