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 €45 - €80 and takes 7h 40m.

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 49m and costs €100 - €350.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 40m.

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 Westbahnhof via Nürnberg Hbf, München Hbf and Salzburg Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Leipzig to Vienna?

The distance between Leipzig and Vienna is 520 km. The road distance is 536.1 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 bus which takes 7h 40m and costs €45 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m 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 49m and costs €100 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 7h 40m, you could also train via Munich, which costs €140 - €650 and takes 8h.

Where does the Leipzig to Vienna bus arrive?

Leipzig to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where does the Leipzig to Vienna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Vienna is 536 km. It takes approximately 5h 53m 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?

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Where can I stay near Vienna?

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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 49m
€108–345
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus N66 / ...
7h 40m
€45–80
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbftrain 28 / ...
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain 90 / ...
4. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Wien Westbahnhoftrain Drf / ...
8h
€149–639
Drive 536.1 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Viennacar 536.1 km
5h 53m
€88–127
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 15m
€102–332
Train, bus to Václav Havel Airport Prague, fly
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the bus from Dresden to Praha Hlavní nádražíbus
3. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane PRG - VIE
6h 35m
Train to Hannover Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane HAJ - VIE
7h 8m
€147–481
Train, bus via Dresden
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dresden to Praha Hlavní nádražíbus
3. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Wien Hbftrain Rj
8h 29m
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Praha Hlavní nádražítrain Drf
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Wien Hbftrain Rj
9h 9m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Praha-Holesovicetrain 235
2. Take the bus from Prague Florenc Central Bus Station to Vienna Main train stationbus : Prague Central Bus Station - Vienna Airport / ...
10h 1m

Leipzig to Vienna by bus

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Distance: 520 km
Duration: 3h 49m

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

Austrian Airlines flies from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) 6 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) twice daily. Tickets cost €45–80 and the journey takes 7h 40m.

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