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418 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leipzig central train station to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$39.24–$55.69

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$582.26
Plane from Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$202.52–$556.94
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$518.97
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$329.10

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$94.93–$417.71
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$69.62–$253.16

Austrian Airlines

Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$126.58–$392.39

Condor Flugdienst

Website:
condor.com
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Friday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.58–$455.68

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.71–$82.28

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Hannover
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$62.02–$69.62
Train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$53.16–$59.49
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
4h 49m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$107.59
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$32.91–$36.71
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$44.30
Train from Leipzig Hbf to S
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$46.83–$51.90
Train from Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$82.28

ÖBB EuroCity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$34.18

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Leipzig Hbf to S
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52

ÖBB Intercity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Leipzig Hbf to S
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.50–$62.02

Eurobahn

Phone:
0180 6 9 27 37 27
Email:
Website:
eurobahn.de/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Leipzig to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.35

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Dortmund is to rideshare which costs $19.20 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Dortmund is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Dortmund?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Dortmund central bus station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Dortmund?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Dortmund Hbf. This train operates Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Dortmund?

The distance between Leipzig and Dortmund is 472 km. The road distance is 416.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Dortmund without a car is to train via Hanover which takes 4h 52m and costs $97.83 - $114.13 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Leipzig to Dortmund, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Dortmund bus from?

Leipzig to Dortmund bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leipzig central train station.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Dortmund train from?

Leipzig to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Leipzig Hbf station.

Train or bus from Leipzig to Dortmund?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Dortmund is to train via Hanover which takes 4h 52m and costs $97.83 - $114.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $33.70 - $47.83 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Leipzig to Dortmund bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leipzig to Dortmund train arrive?

Leipzig to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Dortmund?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Dortmund is 417 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Leipzig to Dortmund.

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

Book your Leipzig to Dortmund train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leipzig to Dortmund?

Book your Leipzig to Dortmund bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Dortmund?

There are 1101+ hotels available in Dortmund. Prices start at $42.41 per night.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Dortmund?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leipzig and Dortmund. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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