The cheapest and fastest buses from Leipzig to Dortmund
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
5 h 6 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
341 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leipzig to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Dortmund will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 3 buses that leave Leipzig for Dortmund on Thu, Nov 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 341 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 6 m .
On Thu, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 5 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leipzig to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €253.
Distance: 341 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€28 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price | €395 Average price |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 40m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leipzig to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Dortmund buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:55 AM Leipzig | 5h50 | 1:45 PM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 PM Leipzig | 5h20 | 2:25 AM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:59 PM Leipzig | 5h06 | 3:05 AM Dortmund | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leipzig to Dortmund
Buses from Leipzig to Dortmund run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €15 by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 341 km distance in 5h 6m.
Distance 341 km |
Average bus duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 5h 6m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Leipzig to DortmundYou can travel by bus between Leipzig to Dortmund with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leipzig to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Dortmund by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Leipzig, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe), Leipzig, Messe Bahnhof and Leipzig, Parken Belantis. When arriving in Dortmund, you can end your trip in coach stations like Dortmund, Dortmund, Hauptbahnhof and DO, Dortmund Hbf S U.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe), which is located around 5.1 miles (8.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dortmund, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Leipzig to Dortmund
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Bistro Central (0.2 km)
- Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 452, 453, 460 Metro: U41, U45, U47, U49 Train: S1, S2, S5
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