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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Rotterdam is to bus which costs €30 - €85 and takes 11h.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Rotterdam is to train and fly which takes 5h 29m and costs €95 - €380.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Hannover Hauptbahnhof and Hengelo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Rotterdam?

The distance between Leipzig and Rotterdam is 679 km. The road distance is 632.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Rotterdam without a car is to train which takes 8h 38m and costs €75 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 8h 38m to get from Leipzig to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Rotterdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Rotterdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Leipzig to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Rotterdam is to train which takes 8h 38m and costs €75 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €85 and takes 11h.

Where does the Leipzig to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Leipzig to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rotterdam Central Station.

Where does the Leipzig to Rotterdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Rotterdam is 633 km. It takes approximately 6h 25m to drive from Leipzig to Rotterdam.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

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Leipzig to Rotterdam - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Leipzig to Rotterdam 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 Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hengelotrain 77
3. Take the train from Hengelo to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
8h 38m
€79–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Rotterdam Central Stationbus 023
11h
€30–85
Drive 632.8 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Rotterdamcar 632.8 km
6h 25m
€111–160
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane LEJ - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
5h 49m
€157–560
Train via Werther
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Bielefeld Hbftrain 55
2. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Hengelotrain
3. Take the train from Hengelo to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
9h 27m
€83–160
Train via Kassel
1. Take the train from Roeblingen Am See to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Utrecht Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
10h 30m
€114–324
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
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
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
5h 29m
€98–371
Train to Nuremberg Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane NUE - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
6h 7m
€132–464
Train to Hannover Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane HAJ - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
6h 56m
€170–450
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane BER - BRU
3. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
7h 1m
€104–374

Leipzig to Rotterdam by train

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Distance: 678.8 km
Duration: 8h 38m

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

You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal via Hannover Hauptbahnhof and Hengelo in around 8h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Rotterdam Central Station once daily. Tickets cost €30–85 and the journey takes 11h.

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