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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bordeaux to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, and a flight costs an average of $191.
Distance: 745 miles (1200 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$344 Average price | $599 Average price | $132 Average price Cheapest | $438 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 36m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 23m Average total duration 23h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Leipzig:
A bus is $212 (€169) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Leipzig costing on average $344 (€275).
A bus is $467 (€373) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Leipzig costing on average $599 (€478).
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 6m.
Bus takes on average 23h 53m.
The journey is about 5h 23m faster (10h 6m by train vs 15h 29m by car) and roughly $94 (€75) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($344 (€275) vs $438 (€350)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Bordeaux to Leipzig by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Leipzig
Trains from Bordeaux to Leipzig run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $322 (€257) but you can travel from only $79 (€63) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 17:16. The fastest train covers the 745 miles (1200 km) distance in 9h 56m.
Distance 745 miles (1200 km) |
Average train duration 9h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $322 (€257) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 56m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 5:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Bordeaux to Leipzig trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Bordeaux and Leipzig from $78 (€62). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bordeaux to Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Leipzig by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bordeaux to Leipzig
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Bus: Several lines available
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