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Museum der bildenden Künste Leipzig
Major fine arts museum with works from Old Masters to contemporary artists, known for its striking glass cube building in the city center.


Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
6h 30m
Average duration
6h 43m
Buses per day
2
Distance
142 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. 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 $29, and a flight costs an average of $341.
Distance: 224 miles (361 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price | $535 Average price | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Leipzig:
A bus is $75 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Leipzig costing on average $121 (€99).
A bus is $489 (€401) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Leipzig costing on average $535 (€439).
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 24m.
Bus takes on average 4h 32m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (4h 32m by bus vs 4h 52m by car) and save roughly $31 (€26) compared to fuel and tolls ($46 (€38) vs $77 (€63)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Leipzig buses for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h55 | 5:55 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 6h30 | 5:55 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:05 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h50 | 5:55 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 5h25 | 5:55 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h20 | 6:35 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h10 | 1:10 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h30 | 9:05 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Munich to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 224 miles (361 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 224 miles (361 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Leipzig — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leipzig trip today.
Major fine arts museum with works from Old Masters to contemporary artists, known for its striking glass cube building in the city center.
Interactive museum dedicated to Johann Sebastian Bach, located beside St. Thomas Church and ideal for understanding Leipzig's musical heritage.
Important decorative arts and design museum with strong Art Deco, historic interiors, and international applied arts collections.
Historic central square framed by major civic buildings, busy year-round with markets, events, and classic old-town atmosphere.
Elegant arcade passage famous for historic shopping architecture and atmospheric city-center strolling, also highly photographed by visitors.
Trendy street in Plagwitz lined with industrial heritage, creative spaces, and urban scenery popular with younger visitors and photographers.
A classic Leipzig vegetable dish of peas, carrots, asparagus and more, traditionally enriched with crayfish tails and butter. It is one of the city’s best-known regional specialties.
A famous Leipzig pastry made from shortcrust dough with a filling of almonds, nuts and jam. It was created as a sweet replacement for the historic bird dish of the same name.
A Saxon-style pot roast, usually marinated beef with a sweet-sour sauce, often served with red cabbage and dumplings. It is a traditional festive dish in the region around Leipzig.
Leipzig fine-dining institution known for ambitious modern cuisine, elegant service and panoramic city views from The Westin Leipzig.
Traditional Saxon restaurant in a historic arcade courtyard, known for regional specialties, hearty plates and an old-Leipzig atmosphere.
Historic Leipzig restaurant in the Mädler Passage, famous for classic Saxon and German dishes in a landmark setting tied to Goethe’s Faust.
Generally cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt. Dining and local transport are reasonable, while central hotels can cost more during fairs and events.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is typical for good service; tell the server the total when paying.
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Leipzig Merkurpromenade Messe -> Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Leipzig 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 Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Leipzig buses use the München, ZOB to Leipzig, Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig, Flughafen Leipzig/Halle. Use this guide to compare Munich and Leipzig bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
München, ZOB is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station), Bavarian Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at München, ZOB.
Available at München, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at München, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
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