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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Amsterdam is to rideshare which costs €39 and takes 7h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Amsterdam is to train and fly which takes 5h 16m and costs €170 - €390.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Amsterdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Amsterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Amsterdam. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Amsterdam Centraal via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Amsterdam?

The distance between Leipzig and Amsterdam is 803 km. The road distance is 631.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Amsterdam without a car is to train which takes 8h 11m and costs €130 - €380.

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

It takes approximately 8h 11m to get from Leipzig to Amsterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Amsterdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Amsterdam train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leipzig to Amsterdam?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Amsterdam is to train which takes 8h 11m and costs €130 - €380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 8h 50m, you could also fly, which costs €210 - €650 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Leipzig to Amsterdam bus arrive?

Leipzig to Amsterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Leipzig to Amsterdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Amsterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Amsterdam is 631 km. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from Leipzig to Amsterdam.

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

Book your Leipzig to Amsterdam train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Amsterdam?

There are 2736+ hotels available in Amsterdam.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Amsterdam?

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

Leipzig to Amsterdam - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Leipzig to Amsterdam 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
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Ice
8h 11m
€134–372
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Amsterdamrideshare 630 km
7h 29m
€39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus N67 / ...
8h 50m
€40–75
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Roeblingen Am See to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the night train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Amsterdam Centraalnighttrain Nj
9h 41m
€89–355
Drive 631.4 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Amsterdamcar 631.4 km
5h 39m
€114–165
Train via Hanover
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Amsterdam Centraaltrain GoVolta GoVolta
8h 21m
Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane LEJ - AMS
5h 36m
€213–642
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane BER - AMS
5h 16m
€175–385
Train to Dresden Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane DRS - AMS
7h 31m
€250–536
Train to Nuremberg Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane NUE - AMS
6h 11m
€203–435
Train to Hannover Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane HAJ - AMS
6h 42m
€256–486

Leipzig to Amsterdam by train

52Weekly Trains

8h 11mAverage Duration

€134Cheapest Price

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Distance: 803 km
Duration: 8h 11m

What companies run services between Leipzig, Germany and Amsterdam, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal via Berlin Hbf in around 8h 11m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk 3 times a day. Tickets cost €40–75 and the journey takes 8h 50m.

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