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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Bus | Leipzig central station | Dortmund | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from Leipzig to Dortmund
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Leipzig and Dortmund
Stops in Leipzig
- A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - B
Hbf
Goethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - D
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, Germany
Stops in Dortmund
- A
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen - B
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany - C
Dortmund Bushaltestelle
Dortmund, Germany - D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leipzig to Dortmund by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Dortmund?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Dortmund start from PLN 110. The average price for this route is around PLN 144. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Leipzig to Dortmund?
The average bus trip duration from Leipzig to Dortmund is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 212 miles (342 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 6m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Dortmund route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leipzig to Dortmund?
The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Dortmund at 9:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Dortmund?
A bus trip from Leipzig to Dortmund generates an estimated 8.54815 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Dortmund was searched and found on Jul 22, 2026 with a price of PLN 130To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leipzig to Dortmund, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 130 to PLN 213 for a bus ticket from Leipzig to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 154 which is on 2026-07-26.
