The average train between Bottrop and Leipzig takes 6h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Bottrop to Leipzig. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Bottrop and Leipzig. The earliest departure is at 2:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Bottrop is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Leipzig at 8:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Essen Hbf and take an average of 6h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 59m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bottrop to Leipzig? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bottrop to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Leipzig Hbf station via Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.
Bottrop to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Bottrop to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.
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The distance between Bottrop and Leipzig is 377.8 km. The road distance is 427 km.
You can take a train from Bottrop Hbf to Leipzig Hbf via Essen Hbf and Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 32m.