How to travel from Leipzig to Munich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Leipzig to Munich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $336.

Distance: 224 miles (361 km)

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Driving

$132

Average price

$41

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Cheapest

$531

Average price

$79

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 2m

Average total duration

3h 32m

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30m

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5h 44m

Average total duration

5h 14m

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4h 18m

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1h 18m

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4h 42m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.2kg

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Lufthansa Cityline

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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 Munich is a bus with an average price of $41 (€33).

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

A bus is $91 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Munich costing on average $132 (€106).

A bus is $489 (€394) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Munich costing on average $531 (€427).

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 18m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 32m.

Bus takes on average 5h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leipzig and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leipzig to Munich among Omio's users.

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from Leipzig to Munich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 PM5h30
    Leipzig, Hbf
    4:45 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $431One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 PM5h30
    Leipzig, Hbf
    4:45 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $431One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH159 · LH96
    6:20 AM2h50
    Leipzig/Halle Airport
    9:10 AMMunich Airport
    $5281One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 501
    5:41 AM4h26
    Leipzig Hbf
    10:07 AMMunich Hbf
    $701One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 905
    1:04 AM6h11
    Leipzig Hbf
    7:15 AMMunich Hbf
    $751One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 503
    7:55 AM3h41
    Leipzig Hbf
    11:36 AMMunich Hbf
    $991One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:55 PM6h04
    Leipzig, Hbf
    11:59 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:35 AM5h25
    Leipzig, Hbf
    7:00 AMMünchen, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz
    $571One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:35 AM5h50
    Leipzig, Hbf
    7:25 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $571One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH155 · LH116
    3:00 PM3h10
    Leipzig/Halle Airport
    6:10 PMMunich Airport
    $5281One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH157 · LH126
    6:40 PM3h30
    Leipzig/Halle Airport
    10:10 PMMunich Airport
    $5281One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH159 · LH98
    6:20 AM3h50
    Leipzig/Halle Airport
    10:10 AMMunich Airport
    $5281One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Leipzig to Munich

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Leipzig to Munich, 71,00% 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 Leipzig to Munich 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 Leipzig to Munich

Travel to Munich 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 Munich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Leipzig and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Munich is a bus with an average price of $41 (€33).

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

A bus is $91 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Munich costing on average $132 (€106).

A bus is $489 (€394) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Munich costing on average $531 (€427).

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 18m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 32m.

Bus takes on average 5h 14m.

The distance from Leipzig to Munich is approximately 224 miles (361 km).
The average frequency per day from Leipzig to Munich is:
  • Around 10 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leipzig and Munich 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 Munich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Leipzig/Halle Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Leipzig Hbf and arrive in Munich Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Leipzig, Hbf and arrive in Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leipzig to Munich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Munich by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline to go to Munich by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Munich by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Leipzig to Munich with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
  • 0 direct flights per day with Lufthansa Cityline.
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Leipzig to Munich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Berlin, Vienna, Prague, Zurich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Munich and these popular destinations at a great price.
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