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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 | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Leipzig Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Leipzig Hbf | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Leipzig Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Dortmund to Leipzig
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 399, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dortmund and Leipzig?
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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 differ 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 391. The average price for this train route is around R 1 317. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Leipzig?
The average train journey time from Dortmund to Leipzig is 4h 49m, covering a distance of 342 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 19m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, IC Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Dortmund to Leipzig departs at 06:23. And the latest train departs at 19:46.
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.
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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers 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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Leipzig was searched and found on 24 Mar 2026 with a price of R 585To 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 585 to R 4 748 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 585, which is on 2026-03-24.
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.
