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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €19 - €25 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Leipzig is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €100 - €450.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Kiel to Leipzig?

The distance between Kiel and Leipzig is 556 km. The road distance is 424.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Leipzig without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €100 - €450.

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

The train from Kiel Hbf to Leipzig Hbf takes 4h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Leipzig train from?

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

Where does the Kiel to Leipzig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kiel to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Leipzig is 425 km. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Kiel to Leipzig.

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

Book your Kiel to Leipzig train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1392+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Can I share a ride from Kiel to Leipzig?

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

Kiel to Leipzig - 7 ways to travel via train, rideshare, plane, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Kiel to Leipzig by train, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28
4h 30m
€100–450
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kiel to Leipzigrideshare 424.4 km
5h 29m
€19–25
Train to Hamburg Airport, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane HAM - LEJ
6h 24m
€197–438
Train via Hamburg
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
4h 54m
€100–456
Drive 424.9 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Leipzigcar 424.9 km
5h 2m
€61–88
Train to Hamburg Airport, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane HAM - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
7h 31m
€256–580
Train, train to Bremen Airport, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Bremen Hbftrain
3. Fly from Bremen Airport (BRE) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane BRE - LEJ
7h 13m
€164–934

Kiel to Leipzig by train

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Distance: 556.1 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Kiel Hbf to Leipzig Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €100–450 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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