How to travel from Marseille to Leipzig

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille to Leipzig

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $113 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $113, while a flight costs an average of $613.

Distance: 644 miles (1037 km)

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$206

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$613

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$113

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$341

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(fuel + tolls)

11h 26m

Average total duration

10h 56m

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5h 13m

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3h 13m

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25h 29m

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24h 59m

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13h 52m

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The cheapest way to travel from Marseille to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of $113.

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

A bus is $93 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Leipzig costing on average $206.

A bus is $500 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Leipzig costing on average $613.

The fastest way to travel from Marseille to Leipzig is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 13m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 26m.

Bus takes on average 25h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Marseille and Leipzig including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Marseille to Leipzig among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2h 56m faster (10h 56m by train vs 13h 52m by car) and roughly $135 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($206 vs $341). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Marseille to Leipzig

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 AM34h15
    Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine
    7:45 PMLeipzig, Hbf
    $901One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 AM34h15
    Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine
    7:45 PMLeipzig, Hbf
    $901One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 3389
    8:35 PM2h05
    Marseille Provence Airport
    10:40 PMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    $4391One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TGVTGV 9583+Deutsche BahnICE 1655
    8:12 AM12h19
    Marseille Saint-Charles
    8:31 PMLeipzig Hbf
    $2321One-way
    1 transfer
  • TGVTGV 9583+Deutsche BahnICE 834 · ICE 502
    8:12 AM11h52
    Marseille Saint-Charles
    8:04 PMLeipzig Hbf
    $2511One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    9:30 AM35h42
    Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine
    9:12 PMLeipzig Hbf
    $901One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:00 AM25h35
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    6:35 AMLeipzig, Hbf
    $921One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 PM25h25
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    11:25 PMLeipzig, Hbf
    $991One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4101+LufthansaLH156
    10:55 AM7h00
    Marseille Provence Airport
    5:55 PMLeipzig/Halle Airport
    $5411One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4091+LufthansaLH156
    6:05 AM11h50
    Marseille Provence Airport
    5:55 PMLeipzig/Halle Airport
    $5411One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4101+LufthansaLH158
    10:55 AM12h15
    Marseille Provence Airport
    11:10 PMLeipzig/Halle Airport
    $5411One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Marseille 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 Marseille to Leipzig.

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There are 3 options to travel between Marseille and Leipzig including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Marseille to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of $154.

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

A bus is $52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Leipzig costing on average $206.

A bus is $460 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Leipzig costing on average $613.

The fastest way to travel from Marseille to Leipzig is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 13m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 26m.

Bus takes on average 23h 53m.

The distance from Marseille to Leipzig is approximately 644 miles (1037 km).
The average frequency per day from Marseille to Leipzig is:
  • Around 10 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Marseille 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 Marseille to Leipzig:
  • Flights mostly depart from Marseille Provence Airport and arrive in Leipzig/Halle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Marseille Saint-Charles and arrive in Leipzig Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles and arrive in Leipzig, Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Marseille to Leipzig, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TGV, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Leipzig by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa, Malta Air, Lufthansa Cityline to go to Leipzig by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leipzig by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Marseille to Leipzig:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Marseille 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.
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