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

The average train ticket price from Dortmund to Leipzig is $107. The best way to find train tickets from Dortmund to Leipzig is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Dortmund to Leipzig?

A train trip between Dortmund and Leipzig is around 4h 50m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 28m. This is the time it takes to travel the 213 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Dortmund and Leipzig?

The number of trains from Dortmund to Leipzig can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Dortmund to Leipzig by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Leipzig?

Once in Leipzig, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Fine Arts, Russian Memorial Church St Alexej, St. Thomas Church, Leipzig Zoo, Madler Passage.

Trains from Dortmund to Leipzig | Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus

Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Leipzig.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $104	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train	Average Price$29 - $204	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $49	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Dortmund to Leipzig

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

4h 20mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest ticket

14kgCO₂ emissions

Train Dortmund to Leipzig: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$107

Average train trip duration4h 50m

Number of daily trains7

Earliest train departure6:28am

Distance213 miles (342 km)

Latest train departure8:46pm

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

FlixTrain

FlixBus

3.5/58,448 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, TGV inOui, Slovak Rail, Eurostar

Dortmund to Leipzig Train

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

Stops in Dortmund

A - Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

Stops in Leipzig

A - Leipzig Hbf

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Dortmund and Leipzig is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Leipzig.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Leipzig you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Dortmund and Leipzig, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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