The average train between Budapest and Leipzig takes 9h 49m and the fastest train takes 9h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Budapest to Leipzig. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Budapest and Leipzig. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 9:55 AM which arrives into Leipzig at 7:45 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 9h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Budapest station and arriving at Leipzig station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.
Budapest to Leipzig train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Budapest to Leipzig train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.
Book your Budapest to Leipzig train tickets online with Hungarian Railways (MÁV) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Budapest and Leipzig is 643.9 km. The road distance is 1,061 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Leipzig Hbf via Wien Hbf in around 9h 57m.