How to travel from Brussels to Leipzig

There are 3 options to travel between Brussels and Leipzig including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of $68 (€55).

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

A bus is $81 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Leipzig costing on average $149 (€121).

A bus is $416 (€338) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Leipzig costing on average $484 (€393).

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Leipzig is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 52m.

Bus takes on average 9h 30m.

The distance from Brussels to Leipzig is approximately 349 miles (563 km).

The average frequency per day from Brussels to Leipzig is:

• Around 12 flights per day.
• Around 5 trains per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brussels 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 Brussels to Leipzig:

• Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Leipzig/Halle Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Leipzig Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) and arrive in Leipzig, Hbf.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brussels to Leipzig, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Leipzig by bus.
• Travel with Brussels Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline to go to Leipzig by flight.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Intercity, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar to go to Leipzig by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Brussels to Leipzig:

• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Brussels to Leipzig often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Mühlhausen (Thür), Prague, Paris, Frankfurt am Main. 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.