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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Leipzig

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €152 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.7 - 4.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €152, while a flight costs an average of €492.

Distance: 1076 miles (1732 km)

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€152

Average price

Cheapest

€492

Average price

€359

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

33h 14m

Average total duration

32h 44m

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30m

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5h 53m

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3h 53m

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21h 48m

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1.7 - 4.3kg

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5.2 - 10.4kg

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Lufthansa

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The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of €152.

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

A bus is €340 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Leipzig costing on average €492.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Leipzig is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 53m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Bus takes on average 33h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Leipzig including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Leipzig 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 €152 compared to roughly €359 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €207. The journey takes 32h 44m versus 21h 48m 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 Madrid to Leipzig

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:50 PM36h35
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    3:25 AMLeipzig, Hbf
    €1461One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:50 PM36h35
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    3:25 AMLeipzig, Hbf
    €1461One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1113 · LH156
    1:05 PM4h55
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    6:00 PMLeipzig/Halle Airport
    €3041One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:55 PM37h30
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    5:25 AMLeipzig, Hbf
    €1531One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:35 PM36h15
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    10:50 AMLeipzig, Hbf
    €1671One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:25 PM33h00
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    5:25 AMLeipzig, Hbf
    €1781One-way
    2 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO432 · LO389+Deutsche Bahn21932 · ICE 607
    6:00 AM15h46
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    9:46 PMLeipzig Hbf
    €1901One-way
    3 transfers
  • IberiaIB781+Deutsche Bahn21884 · ICE 601
    7:30 AM8h16
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    3:46 PMLeipzig Hbf
    €2231One-way
    2 transfers
  • IberiaIB781+Deutsche Bahn18517 · ICE 1205
    7:30 AM7h43
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    3:13 PMLeipzig Hbf
    €2241One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid to Leipzig

Travel to Leipzig 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 Madrid to Leipzig.

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There are 3 options to travel between Madrid and Leipzig including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of €152.

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

A bus is €340 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Leipzig costing on average €492.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Leipzig is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 53m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Bus takes on average 33h 14m.

The distance from Madrid to Leipzig is approximately 1076 miles (1732 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Leipzig is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid 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 Madrid to Leipzig:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Leipzig/Halle Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Leipzig, Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Leipzig, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leipzig by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Ryanair, Malta Air, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Leipzig by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Madrid to Leipzig:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Leipzig often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Prague, Paris, Vienna, Przemyśl. 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.

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