How to travel from Plauen to Leipzig

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Compare train and bus for Plauen to Leipzig

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plauen to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a train costs an average of €35.

Distance: 59 miles (95 km)

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€35

Average price

€28

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Cheapest

€19

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2h 20m

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1h 50m

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4h 15m

Average total duration

3h 45m

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1h 40m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Plauen to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of €28.

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

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plauen to Leipzig costing on average €35.

The fastest way to travel from Plauen to Leipzig is by train with an average journey time of 2h 20m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Plauen and Leipzig including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Plauen 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 €35 compared to roughly €19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-15.92. The journey takes 1h 50m versus 1h 40m 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 Plauen to Leipzig

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:50 PM5h55
    Plauen, Reichenbacher Straße (Bahnhof Mitte)
    9:45 PMLeipzig, Hbf
    291One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:50 PM5h55
    Plauen, Reichenbacher Straße (Bahnhof Mitte)
    9:45 PMLeipzig, Hbf
    291One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn80850+Vogtlandbahn80268
    9:50 AM2h15
    Plauen(Vogtl) Mitte
    12:05 PMLeipzig Hbf
    351One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn74011 · 74173
    9:00 AM2h33
    Plauen (Vogtland) Oberer Bahnhof
    11:33 AMLeipzig Hbf
    351One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn74009 · 74171
    8:00 AM2h33
    Plauen (Vogtland) Oberer Bahnhof
    10:33 AMLeipzig Hbf
    351One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn74013 · 74175
    10:00 AM2h33
    Plauen (Vogtland) Oberer Bahnhof
    12:33 PMLeipzig Hbf
    351One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Plauen 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 Plauen to Leipzig.

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There are 2 options to travel between Plauen and Leipzig including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Plauen to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of €28.

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

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plauen to Leipzig costing on average €35.

The fastest way to travel from Plauen to Leipzig is by train with an average journey time of 2h 20m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 15m.

The distance from Plauen to Leipzig is approximately 59 miles (95 km).
The average frequency per day from Plauen to Leipzig is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Plauen and Leipzig as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Plauen to Leipzig:
  • Trains mostly depart from Plauen (Vogtland) Oberer Bahnhof and arrive in Leipzig Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Plauen, Reichenbacher Straße (Bahnhof Mitte) and arrive in Leipzig, Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Plauen to Leipzig, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Die Länderbahn, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn to go to Leipzig by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Leipzig by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Plauen to Leipzig:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Plauen 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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