How to travel from Leipzig to Wolfsburg

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Compare train and bus for Leipzig to Wolfsburg

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Wolfsburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. 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 €15, while a train costs an average of €32.

Distance: 101 miles (163 km)

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€15

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€32

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€30

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3h 2m

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2h 32m

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2h 54m

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2h 24m

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2h 21m

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The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Wolfsburg is a bus with an average price of €15.

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

A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Wolfsburg costing on average €32.

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Wolfsburg is by train with an average journey time of 2h 54m.

Other travel options to Wolfsburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leipzig and Wolfsburg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Leipzig to Wolfsburg among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €15 compared to roughly €30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €15. The journey takes 2h 32m versus 2h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Leipzig to Wolfsburg

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:15 AM3h35
    Leipzig, Hbf
    8:50 AMBraunschweig, Berliner Platz (ZOB)
    151One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:15 AM3h35
    Leipzig, Hbf
    8:50 AMBraunschweig, Berliner Platz (ZOB)
    151One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:25 AM2h25
    Leipzig, Hbf
    4:50 AMBraunschweig, Berliner Platz (ZOB)
    161One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2430 · ICE 376
    9:42 AM2h36
    Leipzig Hbf
    12:18 PMWolfsburg Hbf
    401One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2046 · ICE 994
    8:41 AM2h38
    Leipzig Hbf
    11:19 AMWolfsburg Hbf
    401One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 604 · ICE 942
    8:12 AM2h40
    Leipzig Hbf
    10:52 AMWolfsburg Hbf
    541One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:20 PM2h25
    Leipzig, Hbf
    6:45 PMBraunschweig, Berliner Platz (ZOB)
    161One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:55 PM2h45
    Leipzig, Hbf
    10:40 PMBraunschweig, Berliner Platz (ZOB)
    161One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:50 AM2h50
    Leipzig, Hbf
    9:40 AMBraunschweig, Berliner Platz (ZOB)
    161One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Leipzig to Wolfsburg

Travel to Wolfsburg 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 Wolfsburg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Leipzig and Wolfsburg including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Wolfsburg is a bus with an average price of €18.

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

A bus is €41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Wolfsburg costing on average €59.

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Wolfsburg is by train with an average journey time of 2h 58m.

Other travel options to Wolfsburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 23m.

The distance from Leipzig to Wolfsburg is approximately 101 miles (163 km).
The average frequency per day from Leipzig to Wolfsburg is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leipzig and Wolfsburg 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 Leipzig to Wolfsburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Leipzig Hbf and arrive in Wolfsburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Leipzig, Hbf and arrive in Braunschweig, Berliner Platz (ZOB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leipzig to Wolfsburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Wolfsburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Wolfsburg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Leipzig to Wolfsburg:
  • 5 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Leipzig to Wolfsburg often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Hanover, Paris, Amsterdam, Hamburg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Wolfsburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Wolfsburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days in Wolfsburg are generally sufficient to explore its key attractions, including the Autostadt, Volkswagen's headquarters, and the Phaeno Science Center.

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