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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Merseburg is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Merseburg is to taxi which takes 34 min and costs €80 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Merseburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig, Lindenauer Markt and arriving at Merseburg, Gotthardstr.. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Merseburg?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Merseburg. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Markt and arriving at Merseburg Hbf via Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Leipzig to Merseburg?

The distance between Leipzig and Merseburg is 28 km. The road distance is 29.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Merseburg without a car is to bus which takes 49 min and costs .

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

The bus from Leipzig, Lindenauer Markt to Merseburg, Gotthardstr. takes 49 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Merseburg bus from?

Leipzig to Merseburg bus services, operated by PNVG Merseburg-Querfurt, depart from Leipzig, Lindenauer Markt station.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Merseburg train from?

Leipzig to Merseburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Leipzig Markt station.

Train or bus from Leipzig to Merseburg?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Merseburg is to bus which takes 49 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €11 - €23 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Leipzig to Merseburg bus arrive?

Leipzig to Merseburg bus services, operated by PNVG Merseburg-Querfurt, arrive at Merseburg, Gotthardstr. station.

Where does the Leipzig to Merseburg train arrive?

Leipzig to Merseburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Halle(Saale)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Merseburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Merseburg is 29 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Leipzig to Merseburg.

Where can I stay near Merseburg?

There are 726+ hotels available in Merseburg.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Merseburg?

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

Leipzig to Merseburg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Leipzig to Merseburg by bus, train, rideshare, taxi, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Leipzig, Lindenauer Markt to Merseburg, Gotthardstr.bus 131
49 min
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Merseburgrideshare 28.8 km
52 min
€3
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Markt to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain S5x / ...
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Merseburg Hbftrain Rb / ...
59 min
€11–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leipzig to Merseburgtaxi 29.1 km
34 min
€80–100
Drive 29.1 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Merseburgcar 29.1 km
34 min
€5–6

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 28.4 km
Duration: 49 min

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

PNVG Merseburg-Querfurt operates a bus from Leipzig, Lindenauer Markt to Merseburg, Gotthardstr. every 2 hours, and the journey takes 49 min. Leipziger Verkehrsbetriebe also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leipzig Markt to Merseburg Hbf via Halle(Saale)Hbf in around 59 min.

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