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Compare train, bus, and flight for Leuven to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Leuven to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $72 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $72, while a flight costs an average of $556.
Distance: 334 miles (538 km)
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Most popular Flight | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$556 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest | $194 Average price | $124 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leuven to Leipzig:
A bus is $122 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leuven to Leipzig costing on average $194.
A bus is $484 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leuven to Leipzig costing on average $556.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 49m.
Bus takes on average 11h 42m.
Tickets start at around $72 compared to roughly $124 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $52. The journey takes 11h 12m versus 6h 13m 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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How to get from Leuven to Leipzig by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Leuven to Leipzig is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
8:27 AM9h34Leuven6:01 PMLeipzig$1411One-way2 transfers
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- 8:27 AM9h34Leuven6:01 PMLeipzig$1411One-way2 transfers
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- 8:27 AM9h34Leuven6:01 PMLeipzig$1411One-way2 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Leuven to Leipzig:
A bus is $122 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leuven to Leipzig costing on average $194.
A bus is $484 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leuven to Leipzig costing on average $556.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 49m.
Bus takes on average 11h 42m.
- Around 22 flights per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 4 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leuven and Leipzig as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Leuven station and arrive in Leipzig Hbf.
- Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Leipzig/Halle Airport.
- Buses mostly depart from Leuven, Diestsepoort and arrive in Leipzig, Hbf.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, SNCB to go to Leipzig by train.
- Travel with FlixBus, De Lijn to go to Leipzig by bus.
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