How to travel from Ulm to Leipzig

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Ulm to Leipzig

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 26m. 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 $64, while a flight costs an average of $524.

Distance: 229 miles (369 km)

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$524

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$119

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$64

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$79

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4h 26m

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9h 25m

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5h 7m

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The cheapest way to travel from Ulm to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of $64.

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

A bus is $56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Leipzig costing on average $119.

A bus is $461 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ulm to Leipzig costing on average $524.

The fastest way to travel from Ulm to Leipzig is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 26m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 55m.

Bus takes on average 9h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ulm and Leipzig including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Ulm to Leipzig among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 41m sooner (2h 26m by flight vs 5h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $524 compared to roughly $79 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Ulm to Leipzig

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBus
    8:40 PM8h55
    Ulm
    5:35 AMLeipzig
    $491One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    8:40 PM8h55
    Ulm
    5:35 AMLeipzig
    $491One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    8:40 PM8h55
    Ulm
    5:35 AMLeipzig
    $491One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    11:55 PM12h15
    Ulm
    12:10 PMLeipzig
    $551One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    3:20 PM12h05
    Ulm
    3:25 AMLeipzig
    $591One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    10:55 PM12h15
    Ulm
    11:10 AMLeipzig
    $671One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Ulm 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 Ulm to Leipzig.

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There are 3 options to travel between Ulm and Leipzig including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ulm to Leipzig is a bus with an average price of $64.

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

A bus is $56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Leipzig costing on average $119.

A bus is $461 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ulm to Leipzig costing on average $524.

The fastest way to travel from Ulm to Leipzig is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 26m.

Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 55m.

Bus takes on average 9h 25m.

The distance from Ulm to Leipzig is approximately 229 miles (369 km).
The average frequency per day from Ulm to Leipzig is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ulm 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 Ulm to Leipzig:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Leipzig/Halle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ulm Hbf and arrive in Leipzig Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße and arrive in Leipzig, Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ulm to Leipzig, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst to go to Leipzig by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leipzig by bus.
  • Travel with agilis, Deutsche Bahn to go to Leipzig by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Ulm to Leipzig:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
Omio customers who travel from Ulm 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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