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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Leipzig is to fly and train which costs €70 - €300 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Leipzig is to fly which takes 6h 44m and costs €130 - €330.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at Leipzig central train station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 28h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Bucuresti Nord and arriving at Leipzig Hbf via Keleti pályaudvar M, Budapest-Nyugati pu and Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 41m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Leipzig?

The distance between Bucharest and Leipzig is 1317 km. The road distance is 1585.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Leipzig without a car is to bus via Prague which takes 20h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Bucharest to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Leipzig bus from?

Bucharest to Leipzig bus services, operated by Maxibus Travel, depart from Bucharest station.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Leipzig train from?

Bucharest to Leipzig train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Bucuresti Nord station.

Train, bus or fly from Bucharest to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Leipzig is to fly which takes 6h 44m and costs €130 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus via Prague, which costs and takes 20h 17m, you could also train, which costs €120 - €220 and takes 28h 41m.

Where does the Bucharest to Leipzig bus arrive?

Bucharest to Leipzig bus services, operated by Maxibus Travel, arrive at Praha, ÚAN Florenc station.

What is the time difference between Bucharest and Leipzig?

Leipzig is 1h behind Bucharest. It is currently 7:03 AM in Bucharest and 6:03 AM in Leipzig.

Where does the Bucharest to Leipzig train arrive?

Bucharest to Leipzig train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Leipzig is 1585 km. It takes approximately 15h 30m to drive from Bucharest to Leipzig.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Leipzig?

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There are 9 ways to get from Bucharest to Leipzig by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
best
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane OTP - LEJ
6h 44m
€134–325
Fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane OTP - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
6h 46m
€70–298
Bus via Prague
1. Take the bus from Bucharest to Praha, ÚAN Florencbus
2. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Leipzig central train stationbus N67 / ...
20h 17m
Train
1. Take the train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
2. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati pu to Dresden-Neustadttrain
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
28h 41m
€120–214
Drive 1,585.1 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Leipzigcar 1,585.1 km
15h 30m
€229–330
Fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane OTP - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
8h 58m
€164–443
Fly to Nuremberg Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane OTP - NUE
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain
7h 40m
€108–428
Bus
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Leipzig central train stationbus 1926
28h 40m
€120–210
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bucureşti Autogara Obor to Dresden Prager Straßebus
2. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
31h 32m

Bucharest to Leipzig by train and foot

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28h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,316.7 km
Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Leipzig, Germany?

Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, and four other airlines fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bucharest to Leipzig central train station via Praha, ÚAN Florenc in around 20h 17m.

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