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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Bratislava is to bus via Vienna which costs €30 - €50 and takes 9h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Bratislava is to fly and bus which takes 4h 55m and costs €100 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Bratislava?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Bratislava?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Bratislava. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Bratislava Hlavna Stanica via Dresden Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Leipzig to Bratislava?

The distance between Leipzig and Bratislava is 560 km. The road distance is 575.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Bratislava without a car is to bus which takes 8h 50m and costs €45 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Leipzig to Bratislava, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Bratislava bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Bratislava train from?

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

Train or bus from Leipzig to Bratislava?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Bratislava is to bus which takes 8h 50m and costs €45 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €130 - €180 and takes 9h 43m.

Where does the Leipzig to Bratislava bus arrive?

Leipzig to Bratislava bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station.

Where does the Leipzig to Bratislava train arrive?

Leipzig to Bratislava train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Bratislava?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Bratislava is 575 km. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Leipzig to Bratislava.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Bratislava?

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Leipzig to Bratislava - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 10 ways to get from Leipzig to Bratislava by plane, bus, train, night train, 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.

Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Vienna International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)LEJ - VIE
2. Take the bus from Vienna International Airport to Bratislava
4h 55m
€106–288
Bus via Vienna
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig Hbf Ostseite to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3731 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Bratislava901 / ...
9h 36m
€31–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy1926
8h 50m
€45–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof50 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Praha, ÚAN Florenc082 / ...
3. Take the train from Praha Hlavní nádraží to Bratislava hlavná stanica
9h 36m
€110–170
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof50 / ...
2. Take the night train from Dresden Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna StanicaEn
10h
€43–64
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhf
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)BER - VIE
3. Take the bus from Vienna International Airport to Bratislava
6h
€80–247
Train, bus to Václav Havel Airport Prague, fly to Vienna International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof
2. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Praha, ÚAN Florenc
3. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)PRG - VIE
4. Take the bus from Vienna International Airport to Bratislava
8h 2m
€103–324
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Bratislava Airport
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhf
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Bratislava Airport (BTS)BER - BTS
5h 26m
€67–302
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof50 / ...
2. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Praha Hlavni NadraziRj
3. Take the train from Praha Hlavní nádraží to Bratislava hlavná stanica
9h 43m
€134–180
Drive 575.3 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Bratislava575.3 km
5h 23m
€85–123

Leipzig to Bratislava by bus

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Map of how to get from Leipzig to Bratislava.

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Distance: 559.9 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Leipzig, Germany and Bratislava, Slovakia?

FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy 3 times a week. Tickets cost €45–65 and the journey takes 8h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Bratislava hlavná stanica via Dresden Hbf and Praha Hlavní nádraží in around 9h 43m.

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