The average train between Leipzig and Dortmund takes 4h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig to Dortmund. 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 3 hours between Leipzig and Dortmund. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 6:41 PM which arrives into Dortmund at 11:59 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Dortmund station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 49m.
Leipzig to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.
Book your Leipzig to Dortmund train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Leipzig and Dortmund is 340.6 km. The road distance is 472 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Dortmund Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €90–210 and the journey takes 4h 51m.