What is the cheapest way to get from Bamberg to Leipzig?

The cheapest way to get from Bamberg to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €8 - €15 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bamberg to Leipzig?

The fastest way to get from Bamberg to Leipzig is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Bamberg and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct bus from Bamberg station to Leipzig station. However, there are services departing from Bamberg train station and arriving at Leipzig central train station via Bayreuth central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bamberg and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct train from Bamberg to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Bamberg and arriving at Leipzig Hbf via Lichtenfels and Coburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Bamberg to Leipzig?

The distance between Bamberg and Leipzig is 256 km. The road distance is 242.2 km.

How do I travel from Bamberg to Leipzig without a car?

The best way to get from Bamberg to Leipzig without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs €50 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Bamberg to Leipzig?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Bamberg to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bamberg to Leipzig bus from?

Bamberg to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bamberg train station.

Where do I catch the Bamberg to Leipzig train from?

Bamberg to Leipzig train services, operated by agilis, depart from Bamberg station.

Train or bus from Bamberg to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Bamberg to Leipzig is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs €50 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Bamberg to Leipzig bus arrive?

Bamberg to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bayreuth central train station.

Where does the Bamberg to Leipzig train arrive?

Bamberg to Leipzig train services, operated by agilis, arrive at Lichtenfels station.

Can I drive from Bamberg to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Bamberg to Leipzig is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Bamberg to Leipzig.

How do I get a train ticket from Bamberg to Leipzig?

Book your Bamberg to Leipzig train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bamberg to Leipzig?

Book your Bamberg to Leipzig bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1491+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Can I share a ride from Bamberg to Leipzig?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bamberg and Leipzig. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bamberg to Leipzig - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Bamberg to Leipzig by train, bus, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bamberg to Lichtenfelstrain Rb
2. Take the train from Coburg to Leipzig Hbftrain Ice
3h 54m
€51–119
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bamberg to Leipzigrideshare 243.6 km
2h 40m
€8–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bamberg train station to Bayreuth central train stationbus 068 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bayreuth central train station to Leipzig central train stationbus N86 / ...
4h 15m
€17–31
Drive 242.2 km
1. Drive from Bamberg to Leipzigcar 242.2 km
2h 7m
€34–49
Train via Hof
1. Take the train from Bamberg to Bayreuth Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Bayreuth Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Rb
3. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain Rb
7h 5m
€526–1,301

Bamberg to Leipzig by train

7Weekly Trains

3h 54mAverage Duration

€51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.6 km
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Bamberg, Germany and Leipzig, Germany?

You can take a train from Bamberg to Leipzig Hbf via Lichtenfels and Coburg in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bamberg train station to Leipzig central train station via Bayreuth central train station in around 4h 15m.

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