How to travel from Leipzig to Innsbruck

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Leipzig to Innsbruck

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, while a flight costs an average of $782.

Distance: 284 miles (458 km)

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Driving

$782

Average price

$141

Average price

$64

Average price

Cheapest

$128

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 8m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 6m

Average total duration

5h 36m

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30m

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8h 49m

Average total duration

8h 19m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 18m

Average total duration

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CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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

The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of $64 (€53).

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

A bus is $77 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Innsbruck costing on average $141 (€118).

A bus is $719 (€602) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Innsbruck costing on average $782 (€655).

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Innsbruck is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 6m.

Bus takes on average 8h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leipzig and Innsbruck including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Leipzig to Innsbruck 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 3h 10m sooner (3h 8m by flight vs 6h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $782 (€655) compared to roughly $128 (€107) 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 Leipzig to Innsbruck

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 PM8h05
    Leipzig, Hbf
    7:20 AMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    $411One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 PM8h05
    Leipzig, Hbf
    7:20 AMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    $411One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ÖBB | ICEICE 509+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 287
    1:55 PM5h23
    Leipzig Hbf
    7:18 PMInnsbruck Hbf
    $641One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 509 · RJ 287
    1:55 PM5h23
    Leipzig Hbf
    7:18 PMInnsbruck Hbf
    $791One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBB | ICEICE 505+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 87
    9:55 AM5h23
    Leipzig Hbf
    3:18 PMInnsbruck Hbf
    $1041One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBB | ICEICE 507+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 89
    11:55 AM5h23
    Leipzig Hbf
    5:18 PMInnsbruck Hbf
    $1041One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:35 AM10h45
    Leipzig, Hbf
    12:20 PMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    $551One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS284+ÖBBRJX19972
    10:20 AM13h44
    Leipzig/Halle Airport
    12:04 AMInnsbruck Hbf
    $6241One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS284+ÖBBRJX19956
    10:20 AM7h42
    Leipzig/Halle Airport
    6:02 PMInnsbruck Hbf
    $6541One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS284+ÖBBRJX19918
    10:20 AM9h42
    Leipzig/Halle Airport
    8:02 PMInnsbruck Hbf
    $6831One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Leipzig to Innsbruck

Travel to Innsbruck 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 Leipzig to Innsbruck.

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There are 3 options to travel between Leipzig and Innsbruck including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of $64 (€53).

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

A bus is $77 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Innsbruck costing on average $141 (€118).

A bus is $719 (€602) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Innsbruck costing on average $782 (€655).

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Innsbruck is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 6m.

Bus takes on average 8h 49m.

The distance from Leipzig to Innsbruck is approximately 284 miles (458 km).
The average frequency per day from Leipzig to Innsbruck is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leipzig and Innsbruck 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 Leipzig to Innsbruck:
  • Flights mostly depart from Leipzig/Halle Airport and arrive in Innsbruck Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Leipzig Hbf and arrive in Innsbruck Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Leipzig, Hbf and arrive in Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leipzig to Innsbruck, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with braathens regional aviation, Austrian Airlines to go to Innsbruck by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Innsbruck by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB to go to Innsbruck by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Leipzig to Innsbruck:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Leipzig to Innsbruck often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Munich, Salzburg, Zurich, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Innsbruck and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Innsbruck to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Innsbruck, you can visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds, an interactive museum and garden with crystal art installations, or the Innsbruck Alpine Zoo, one of Europe's highest zoos with alpine animals. Explore the vibrant Maria-Theresien-Strasse for shops, cafes, and historic sites. Take a guided tour of the Tyrolean State Museum to learn about regional history and culture. Enjoy a walk along the Inn River for scenic views. For must-see sights, visit the Golden Roof, the Nordkette Cable Car, Ambras Castle, Bergisel Ski Jump, and the Hofkirche.
To fully experience Innsbruck, including its historic sites, alpine attractions, and cultural offerings, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
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