The average train between Leipzig and Düsseldorf takes 5h 39m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Leipzig to Düsseldorf. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Leipzig and Düsseldorf. The earliest departure is at 12:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Düsseldorf at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Erfurt Hbf and take an average of 5h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 9m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leipzig to Düsseldorf? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Düsseldorf. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf station and arriving at Düsseldorf Hbf station via Erfurt Hbf station and Frankfurt station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.
Leipzig to Düsseldorf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Düsseldorf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Düsseldorf Hbf station.
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The distance between Leipzig and Düsseldorf is 389.3 km. The road distance is 447 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf via Erfurt Hbf and Frankfurt in around 5h 12m.