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

The cheapest way to get from Erlangen to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €12 - €17 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erlangen to Leipzig is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Erlangen and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct bus from Erlangen station to Leipzig station. However, there are services departing from Erlangen train station and arriving at Leipzig central train station via Nuremberg central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Erlangen to Leipzig?

The distance between Erlangen and Leipzig is 332 km. The road distance is 261.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Erlangen to Leipzig without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €60 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Erlangen to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Leipzig bus from?

Erlangen to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nuremberg central bus station.

Train, bus or fly from Erlangen to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Erlangen to Leipzig is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €60 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €40 and takes 5h, you could also fly, which costs €170 - €650 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Erlangen to Leipzig bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Erlangen to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Erlangen to Leipzig is 261 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Erlangen to Leipzig.

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

Book your Erlangen 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 Erlangen to Leipzig?

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

Erlangen to Leipzig - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane

There are 6 ways to get from Erlangen to Leipzig by train, bus, rideshare, plane, 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 Nuernberg Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain Ice
3h 49m
€61–143
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Erlangen to Leipzigrideshare 260.3 km
3h 2m
€12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Leipzig central train stationbus N86 / ...
5h
€20–38
Fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane NUE - LEJ
4h 47m
€177–646
Drive 261.1 km
1. Drive from Erlangen to Leipzigcar 261.1 km
2h 48m
€37–53
Fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane NUE - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden-Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
5h 36m
€234–547

Erlangen to Leipzig by bus and train

16Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 331.7 km
Duration: 3h 49m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Nuernberg Hbf to Leipzig Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €60–140 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Leipzig central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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