How to travel from Oldenburg to Leipzig

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Oldenburg to Leipzig

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oldenburg to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, while a flight costs an average of €442.

Distance: 215 miles (347 km)

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€38

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€442

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5h 7m

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4h 37m

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7h 52m

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0.3 - 0.9kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Oldenburg to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of €47.

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

A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oldenburg to Leipzig costing on average €73.

A bus is €395 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oldenburg to Leipzig costing on average €442.

The fastest way to travel from Oldenburg to Leipzig is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 14m.

Bus takes on average 8h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Oldenburg and Leipzig including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Oldenburg to Leipzig among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €73 compared to roughly €62 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-11.38. The journey takes 4h 44m versus 4h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Oldenburg to Leipzig

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

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

  • FlixBus
    9:35 AM8h40
    Oldenburg
    6:15 PMLeipzig
    311One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    9:35 AM8h40
    Oldenburg
    6:15 PMLeipzig
    311One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    9:35 AM8h40
    Oldenburg
    6:15 PMLeipzig
    311One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    8:35 AM8h40
    Oldenburg
    5:15 PMLeipzig
    491One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Oldenburg 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 Oldenburg to Leipzig.

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There are 3 options to travel between Oldenburg and Leipzig including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Oldenburg to Leipzig is a train with an average price of €38.

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

A train is €9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Oldenburg to Leipzig costing on average €47.

A train is €404 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oldenburg to Leipzig costing on average €442.

The fastest way to travel from Oldenburg to Leipzig is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 7m.

Bus takes on average 8h 16m.

The distance from Oldenburg to Leipzig is approximately 215 miles (347 km).
The average frequency per day from Oldenburg to Leipzig is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Oldenburg 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 Oldenburg to Leipzig:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Leipzig/Halle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Oldenburg Hbf and arrive in Leipzig Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Oldenburg, ZOB and arrive in Leipzig, Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Oldenburg 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 Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Leipzig by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Oldenburg to Leipzig:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Omio customers who travel from Oldenburg 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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