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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Forchheim is to bus which costs €27 - €55 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Forchheim is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €45 - €100.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Forchheim?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Forchheim. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Forchheim (Oberfr) via Bamberg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Forchheim?

The distance between Leipzig and Forchheim is 268 km. The road distance is 246.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Forchheim without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €45 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Leipzig to Forchheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Forchheim train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leipzig to Forchheim?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Forchheim is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €45 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €55 and takes 4h 23m, you could also fly, which costs €120 - €310 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Leipzig to Forchheim train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Forchheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Forchheim is 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Leipzig to Forchheim.

Where can I stay near Forchheim?

There are 725+ hotels available in Forchheim.

Leipzig to Forchheim - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Leipzig to Forchheim by train, bus, car, 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 Bamberg28 / ...
1h 52m
€45–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Nuremberg central bus stationN86 / ...
4h 23m
€27–54
Drive 246.4 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Forchheim246.4 km
2h 36m
€35–50
Fly
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)LEJ - NUE
5h 10m
€129–308
Train via Saalfeld
1. Take the train from Leipzig-Plagwitz to Saalfeld(Saale)Re
2. Take the train from Saalfeld to Forchheim (Oberfr)Re14
5h 4m

Leipzig to Forchheim by train

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1h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 268.2 km
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Leipzig, Germany and Forchheim, Bavaria, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Bamberg hourly. Tickets cost €35–90 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Nuremberg central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €17–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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