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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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 | Train | Leipzig Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Leipzig Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Leipzig Hbf | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Train | Leipzig Hbf | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | No tags | ||||
DB Regio Südost + Abellio Rail Mitteldeutschland + National Express | Train | 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 PLN 103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from PLN 81. The average price for this train route is around PLN 420. 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 Leipzig to Dortmund?
The average train ride duration from Leipzig to Dortmund is 4h 51m, covering a distance of 212 miles (342 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 51m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Leipzig to Dortmund route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leipzig to Dortmund?
The earliest train departs from Leipzig to Dortmund at 6:12am. And the latest train departs at 11:52pm.
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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leipzig to Dortmund?
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 Leipzig to Dortmund?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain, 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 traveler 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 May 15, 2026 with a price of PLN 76To 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 PLN 76 to PLN 893 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 PLN 76 which is on 2026-05-15.
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.
