How far is Leipzig from Dortmund by coach?

The journey from Dortmund to Leipzig by coach covers an approximate distance of 213 miles (343 km).

Is there a way to reach Leipzig from Dortmund without a car?

You can reach Leipzig from Dortmund by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Dortmund to Leipzig from £16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Leipzig on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:05	Dortmund	5h 10m	07:15	Leipzig central station	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:10	Dortmund	6h 10m	18:20	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	14:00	Dortmund	5h 50m	19:50	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	23:45	Dortmund	5h 10m	04:55	Leipzig central station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Leipzig

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

4h 10mAverage duration

212 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£24 - £74	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £151	Average duration5h 6m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£18 - £39	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,319 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11319 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £24

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Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Leipzig?

Stops in Dortmund

A - Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

B - ZOB

C - Dortmund Bushaltestelle

D - Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle

Stops in Leipzig

A - Leipzig Hbf

B - Hbf

C - Dittrichring 11

D - Goethestraße 5

E - Brüderstraße

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dortmund to Leipzig

How far is Leipzig from Dortmund by coach?
The journey from Dortmund to Leipzig by coach covers an approximate distance of 213 miles (343 km).
Is there a way to reach Leipzig from Dortmund without a car?
You can reach Leipzig from Dortmund by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Leipzig was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of £30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dortmund to Leipzig as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £30 to £54 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2025-11-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Dortmund to Leipzig?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 10m	Avg price£27	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 6m	Avg price£50	Daily departures13
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time4h 10m	Avg price£29	Daily departures9