What is the cheapest way to get from Detmold to Leipzig?

The cheapest way to get from Detmold to Leipzig is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detmold to Leipzig?

The fastest way to get from Detmold to Leipzig is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Detmold and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct bus from Detmold to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Detmold, Klinikum and arriving at Leipzig via Lemgo, Bahnhof, Bad Salzuflen central bus station and Magdeburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Detmold and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct train from Detmold to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Detmold, Bahnhof and arriving at Leipzig Hbf via Altenbeken. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Detmold to Leipzig?

The distance between Detmold and Leipzig is 387 km. The road distance is 295.2 km.

How do I travel from Detmold to Leipzig without a car?

The best way to get from Detmold to Leipzig without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs €65 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Detmold to Leipzig?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Detmold to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detmold to Leipzig bus from?

Detmold to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bad Salzuflen central bus station.

Where do I catch the Detmold to Leipzig train from?

Detmold to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Altenbeken station.

Train or bus from Detmold to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Detmold to Leipzig is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs €65 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Detmold to Leipzig bus arrive?

Detmold to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Magdeburg central bus station.

Where does the Detmold to Leipzig train arrive?

Detmold to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Detmold to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Detmold to Leipzig is 295 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Detmold to Leipzig.

How do I get a train ticket from Detmold to Leipzig?

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Where can I stay near Leipzig?

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Detmold to Leipzig - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Detmold to Leipzig by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Altenbeken to Leipzig Hbftrain 51
4h 28m
€69–82
Drive 295.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Detmold to Leipzigcar 295.2 km
3h 50m
€42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bad Salzuflen central bus station to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N1338
2. Take the bus from Magdeburg to Leipzigbus Kyiv-Magdeburg
7h 17m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane HAJ - LEJ
7h 17m
€154–292
Train via Leinefelde-Worbis
1. Take the train from Altenbeken to Göttingentrain
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Leinefeldetrain Re1
3. Take the train from Leinefelde to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain Re8 / ...
7h 27m
€65–104

Detmold to Leipzig by train

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Distance: 387 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Detmold, Germany and Leipzig, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Altenbeken to Leipzig Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €60–70 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detmold, Klinikum to Leipzig via Lemgo, Bahnhof, Bad Salzuflen central bus station, Magdeburg central bus station, and Magdeburg in around 7h 17m.

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