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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Detmold is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Detmold is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Detmold?

No, there is no direct bus from Leipzig to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Leipzig , ZOB and arriving at Detmold, Bahnhof via BI-Brackwede, Eisenbahnstraße and Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Detmold?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Detmold, Bahnhof via Altenbeken. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Detmold?

The distance between Leipzig and Detmold is 387 km. The road distance is 292.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Detmold without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €75 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Leipzig to Detmold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Detmold bus from?

Leipzig to Detmold bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, depart from Leipzig , ZOB station.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Detmold train from?

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

Train or bus from Leipzig to Detmold?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Detmold is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €75 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Leipzig to Detmold bus arrive?

Leipzig to Detmold bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, arrive at Bielefeld station.

Where does the Leipzig to Detmold train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Detmold?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Detmold is 292 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Leipzig to Detmold.

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

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Where can I stay near Detmold?

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Leipzig to Detmold - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leipzig to Detmold by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Altenbekentrain 51
3h 49m
€75–281
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig , ZOB to Bielefeldbus Odesa
8h 13m
€34–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Göttingen central bus stationbus 264
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Altenbekentrain Rb85
6h 22m
€71–190
Drive 292.5 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Detmoldcar 292.5 km
3h 47m
€42–61

Leipzig to Detmold by train

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Distance: 387 km
Duration: 3h 49m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Altenbeken 5 times a day. Tickets cost €65–270 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, East West Eurolines operates a bus from Leipzig , ZOB to Bielefeld once daily. Tickets cost €25–40 and the journey takes 5h 52m.

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