The average train between Dortmund and Leipzig takes 4h 44m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Dortmund 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 Dortmund and Leipzig. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 4:28 PM which arrives into Leipzig at 9:17 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Leipzig station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 44m.
Dortmund to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.
Book your Dortmund to Leipzig train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Dortmund and Leipzig is 340.6 km. The road distance is 472 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Leipzig Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €90–210 and the journey takes 4h 49m.