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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Vienna is to bus which costs €26 - €40 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Vienna is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs €130 - €310.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Vienna?

No, there is no direct bus from Leipzig station to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Leipzig central train station and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) via Dresden central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Vienna?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Wien Hauptbahnhof via Passau Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Vienna?

The distance between Leipzig and Vienna is 520 km. The road distance is 537.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Vienna without a car is to train which takes 7h 27m and costs €75 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Leipzig to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Vienna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Vienna train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leipzig to Vienna?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Vienna is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs €130 - €310. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €75 - €180 and takes 7h 27m, you could also bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Leipzig to Vienna bus arrive?

Leipzig to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dresden central station.

Where does the Leipzig to Vienna train arrive?

Leipzig to Vienna train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Passau Hbf station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Vienna is 537 km. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Leipzig to Vienna.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Vienna?

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Leipzig to Vienna - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train

There are 9 ways to get from Leipzig to Vienna by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport
best
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane LEJ - VIE
3h 58m
€130–305
Bus via Dresden
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Dresden central stationbus N367 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus FlixBus 060 / ...
8h 23m
€25–57
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Passau Hbftrain 91
2. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhoftrain Ice
7h 27m
€75–178
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig Hbf Ostseite to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3731 / ...
8h 9m
€27–37
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 50 / ...
2. Take the night train from Dresden Hbf to Wien Hbfnighttrain Nj
10h 58m
€68–305
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BER - VIE
5h 19m
€66–233
Train, bus to Václav Havel Airport Prague, fly
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Praha, ÚAN Florencbus
3. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane PRG - VIE
6h 25m
€88–290
Train to Dresden Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane DRS - VIE
6h 59m
€137–412
Drive 537.4 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Viennacar 537.4 km
5h 52m
€86–124

Leipzig to Vienna by train

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7h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 519.7 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Leipzig, Germany and Vienna, Austria?

Austrian Airlines and Lufthansa fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhof via Passau Hbf in around 7h 27m.

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