What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin (State) to Leipzig?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin (State) to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €4 - €15 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin (State) to Leipzig?

The fastest way to get from Berlin (State) to Leipzig is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs €6 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin (State) and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin Alexanderplatz and arriving at Leipzig central train station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin (State) and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct train from Berlin (State) to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Berlin (State) to Leipzig?

The distance between Berlin (State) and Leipzig is 171 km. The road distance is 184.2 km.

How do I travel from Berlin (State) to Leipzig without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin (State) to Leipzig without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs €6 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Berlin (State) to Leipzig?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Berlin (State) to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin (State) to Leipzig bus from?

Berlin (State) to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin Alexanderplatz station.

Where do I catch the Berlin (State) to Leipzig train from?

Berlin (State) to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Berlin (State) to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Berlin (State) to Leipzig is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs €6 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €27 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Berlin (State) to Leipzig bus arrive?

Berlin (State) to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leipzig central train station.

Where does the Berlin (State) to Leipzig train arrive?

Berlin (State) to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Berlin (State) to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin (State) to Leipzig is 184 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Berlin (State) to Leipzig.

How do I get a bus ticket from Berlin (State) to Leipzig?

Book your Berlin (State) to Leipzig bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1424+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Can I share a ride from Berlin (State) to Leipzig?

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

Berlin (State) to Leipzig - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Berlin (State) to Leipzig by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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 Berlin Hbf to Leipzig Hbf28 / ...
1h 49m
€7–63
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Leipzig182.3 km
2h 20m
€4–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Leipzig central train station065 / ...
2h 45m
€11–27
Train via Dessau
1. Take the train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Dessau HbfRe7
2. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Leipzig MarktS2
3h 20m
€32–46
Drive 184.2 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Leipzig184.2 km
1h 50m
€26–38

Berlin (State) to Leipzig by train

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Distance: 171.2 km
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Berlin (State), Germany and Leipzig, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Leipzig Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €18–55 and the journey takes 1h 17m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Leipzig central train station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €11–27 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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