How to travel from Bremen to Leipzig

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bremen to Leipzig

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bremen to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, while a flight costs an average of $584.

Distance: 192 miles (310 km)

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$584

Average price

$88

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$42

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$67

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4h 59m

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2h 59m

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4h 45m

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4h 15m

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6h 34m

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6h 4m

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4h 8m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bremen to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of $42 (€35).

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

A bus is $46 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Leipzig costing on average $88 (€72).

A bus is $542 (€447) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Leipzig costing on average $584 (€481).

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Leipzig is by train with an average journey time of 4h 45m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 59m.

Bus takes on average 6h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bremen and Leipzig including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bremen to Leipzig among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 1h 9m sooner (2h 59m by flight vs 4h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $584 (€481) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bremen to Leipzig

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:40 PM6h25
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    3:05 AMLeipzig, Hbf
    $361One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:40 PM6h25
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    3:05 AMLeipzig, Hbf
    $361One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1577 · IC 2443
    9:15 AM4h02
    Bremen Hbf
    1:17 PMLeipzig Hbf
    $891One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    1:15 PM7h57
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    9:12 PMLeipzig Hbf
    $461One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2035 · IC 2235
    8:09 AM4h06
    Bremen Hbf
    12:15 PMLeipzig Hbf
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    11:40 AM7h09
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    6:49 PMLeipzig Hbf
    $541One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:20 PM8h05
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    1:25 AMLeipzig, Hbf
    $461One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:40 AM6h00
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    3:40 PMLeipzig, Hbf
    $471One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:40 AM7h35
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    7:15 PMLeipzig, Hbf
    $601One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2193 · LH115 · LH158
    1:35 PM9h40
    Bremen Airport
    11:15 PMLeipzig/Halle Airport
    $5921One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2189 · LH103 · LH156
    9:10 AM8h50
    Bremen Airport
    6:00 PMLeipzig/Halle Airport
    $6151One-way
    2 transfers
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4059+LufthansaLH117 · LH158
    4:40 PM6h35
    Bremen Airport
    11:15 PMLeipzig/Halle Airport
    $7051One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bremen 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 Bremen to Leipzig.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bremen and Leipzig including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bremen to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of $42 (€35).

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

A bus is $46 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Leipzig costing on average $88 (€72).

A bus is $542 (€447) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Leipzig costing on average $584 (€481).

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Leipzig is by train with an average journey time of 4h 45m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 59m.

Bus takes on average 6h 34m.

The distance from Bremen to Leipzig is approximately 192 miles (310 km).
The average frequency per day from Bremen to Leipzig is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bremen to Leipzig:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bremen Airport and arrive in Leipzig/Halle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bremen Hbf and arrive in Leipzig Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg) and arrive in Leipzig, Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bremen 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 Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti to go to Leipzig by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leipzig by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bremen to Leipzig with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Bremen to Leipzig often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Prague, Paris, Vienna, Przemyśl. 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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