How to travel from Berlin to Leipzig

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Compare train and bus for Berlin to Leipzig

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, while a train costs an average of $36.

Distance: 93 miles (150 km)

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$36

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$16

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$34

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2h 0m

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1h 30m

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3h 3m

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2h 33m

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2h 27m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of $16 (€13).

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Leipzig:

A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Leipzig costing on average $36 (€30).

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Leipzig is by train with an average journey time of 2h 0m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Berlin and Leipzig including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Berlin to Leipzig among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 57m sooner (1h 30m by train vs 2h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $36 (€30) compared to roughly $34 (€28) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Berlin to Leipzig

How to get from Berlin to Leipzig by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Berlin to Leipzig is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM2h05
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    11:05 PMLeipzig, Hbf
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM2h05
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    11:05 PMLeipzig, Hbf
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 593
    5:27 AM1h15
    Berlin Hbf
    6:42 AMLeipzig Hbf
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 607
    8:29 PM1h17
    Berlin Hbf
    9:46 PMLeipzig Hbf
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 905
    11:29 PM1h27
    Berlin Hbf
    12:56 AMLeipzig Hbf
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 507
    10:29 AM1h17
    Berlin Hbf
    11:46 AMLeipzig Hbf
    $291One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:20 PM2h10
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    11:30 PMLeipzig, Hbf
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:20 PM2h05
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    1:25 AMLeipzig, Hbf
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM2h35
    Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    12:35 AMLeipzig, Hbf
    $151One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Berlin to Leipzig

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Berlin to Leipzig, 76,51% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Berlin to Leipzig and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Berlin to Leipzig

Travel to Leipzig easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Berlin to Leipzig.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Berlin and Leipzig including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of $16 (€13).

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Leipzig:

A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Leipzig costing on average $36 (€30).

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Leipzig is by train with an average journey time of 2h 0m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 3m.

The distance from Berlin to Leipzig is approximately 93 miles (150 km).
The average frequency per day from Berlin to Leipzig is:
  • Around 23 buses per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Berlin and Leipzig as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Berlin to Leipzig:
  • Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Leipzig/Halle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Berlin Hbf and arrive in Leipzig Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz and arrive in Leipzig, Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berlin to Leipzig, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain to go to Leipzig by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leipzig by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Berlin to Leipzig with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
  • 23 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Berlin to Leipzig often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Paris, Vienna, Przemyśl, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leipzig and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leipzig to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Leipzig, you can explore Karl-Heine-Straße for its eclectic shops and street art, attend a world-class performance at the Leipzig Opera House, and visit the serene Leipzig Botanical Garden. Discover contemporary German history at the Zeitgeschichtliches Forum and enjoy a boat tour along Leipzig's canals. Don't miss the historic St. Thomas Church linked to Bach, the modern Leipzig Zoo, the Monument to the Battle of the Nations, the Leipzig Panometer with its panoramic art, and the Museum of Fine Arts with its extensive European collection.
To fully experience Leipzig's cultural, historical, and modern attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended. This timeframe allows you to explore key sites such as the Leipzig Zoo, St. Thomas Church, and the Bach Museum, as well as enjoy the vibrant local arts and music scene.
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