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

The cheapest way to get from Darmstadt to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €19 - €22 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darmstadt to Leipzig is to fly which takes 3h 2m and costs €90 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Darmstadt and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Darmstadt central train station station and arriving at Leipzig central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Darmstadt and Leipzig?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Darmstadt Hbf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. This train operates Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Darmstadt to Leipzig?

The distance between Darmstadt and Leipzig is 399 km. The road distance is 411 km.

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

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Leipzig without a car is to train via Frankfurt which takes 4h 6m and costs €35 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Darmstadt to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Leipzig bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Leipzig train from?

Darmstadt to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train, bus or fly from Darmstadt to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Leipzig is to train via Frankfurt which takes 4h 6m and costs €35 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €90 - €150 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Darmstadt to Leipzig bus arrive?

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

Where does the Darmstadt to Leipzig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Darmstadt to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Darmstadt to Leipzig is 411 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Darmstadt to Leipzig.

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

Book your Darmstadt to Leipzig train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1440+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Can I share a ride from Darmstadt to Leipzig?

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

Darmstadt to Leipzig - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Darmstadt to Leipzig by train, bus, night train, car, rideshare, or plane

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

Train via Frankfurt
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Leipzig Hbftrain 50 / ...
4h 6m
€37–99
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Darmstadt to Leipzigrideshare 412.3 km
4h 25m
€19–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Darmstadt central train station to Leipzig central train stationbus N13 / ...
5h 30m
€30–50
Night train
1. Take the night train from Darmstadt Hbf to Leipzig Hbfnighttrain Nj
4h 23m
€40–270
Drive 411 km
1. Drive from Darmstadt to Leipzigcar 411 km
3h 31m
€58–84
Train
1. Take the train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 12N
4h 23m
€70–120
Train via Halle (Saale)
1. Take the train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain Ice
4h 53m
€55–117
Fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
3h 2m
€90–150
Fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
4h 25m
€154–318
Fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane FRA - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
4h 44m
€99–239

Darmstadt to Leipzig by train

134Weekly Trains

4h 6mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 399 km
Duration: 4h 6m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Leipzig Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €28–80 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Darmstadt central train station to Leipzig central train station once daily. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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