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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Bamberg is to rideshare which costs €12 - €14 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Bamberg is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Bamberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Leipzig station to Bamberg station. However, there are services departing from Leipzig central train station and arriving at Bamberg train station via Bayreuth central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Bamberg?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Bamberg. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Bamberg via Hof Hbf, Neuenmarkt-Wirsberg and Lichtenfels. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Bamberg?

The distance between Leipzig and Bamberg is 256 km. The road distance is 242.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Bamberg without a car is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs €17 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Leipzig to Bamberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Bamberg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Bamberg train from?

Leipzig to Bamberg train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, depart from Leipzig Hbf station.

Train or bus from Leipzig to Bamberg?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Bamberg is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs €17 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €500 - €1200 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Leipzig to Bamberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leipzig to Bamberg train arrive?

Leipzig to Bamberg train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, arrive at Hof Hbf station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Bamberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Bamberg is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Leipzig to Bamberg.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bamberg?

There are 710+ hotels available in Bamberg.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Bamberg?

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

Leipzig to Bamberg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Leipzig to Bamberg by bus, train, car, or rideshare

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Bayreuth central train stationbus N86 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bayreuth central train station to Bamberg train stationbus 068 / ...
4h 15m
€18–31
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Bambergrideshare 243.8 km
2h 41m
€12–14
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain Rb
3. Take the bus from Bayreuth central train station to Bamberg train stationbus 068
6h 32m
€506–1,187
Drive 242.8 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Bambergcar 242.8 km
2h 7m
€35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Neuenmarkt-Wirsbergtrain Rb
3. Take the train from Neuenmarkt-Wirsberg to Lichtenfelstrain Rb
7h 11m
€513–1,199

Leipzig to Bamberg by bus

11Weekly Buses

4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 255.7 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Leipzig central train station to Bamberg train station via Bayreuth central train station in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Bamberg via Hof Hbf, Neuenmarkt-Wirsberg, and Lichtenfels in around 7h 11m.

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