How to travel from London to Leipzig

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

The cheapest way to travel from London to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of €99.

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

A bus is €44 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Leipzig costing on average €143.

A bus is €84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Leipzig costing on average €182.

The fastest way to travel from London to Leipzig is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 59m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 19m.

Bus takes on average 19h 54m.

The distance from London to Leipzig is approximately 538 miles (866 km).

The average frequency per day from London to Leipzig is:

• Around 15 flights per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Leipzig/Halle Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in Leipzig Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Leipzig, Hbf.

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

• Travel with Malta Air, Ryanair, Lufthansa, Eurowings, British Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, easyJet to go to Leipzig by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Leipzig by bus.
• Travel with Eurostar to go to Leipzig by train.

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

• 2 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair, easyJet.

Omio customers who travel from London 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.