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

The cheapest way to get from Riga to Leipzig is to bus and train which costs €70 - €150 and takes 22h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riga to Leipzig is to fly and train which takes 6h 18m and costs €70 - €250.

Is there a direct train between Riga and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct train from Riga to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Riga-Pasazieru and arriving at Leipzig Hbf via Kaišiadorys, Kaunas, Warszawa Zachodnia and Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 2m.

How far is it from Riga to Leipzig?

The distance between Riga and Leipzig is 1008 km. The road distance is 1253.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Riga to Leipzig without a car is to bus and train via Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) which takes 19h 33m and costs €60 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from Riga to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riga to Leipzig train from?

Riga to Leipzig train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Riga-Pasazieru station.

Train or fly from Riga to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Riga to Leipzig is to fly which takes 7h 34m and costs €200 - €320. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 21h 2m.

What is the time difference between Riga and Leipzig?

Leipzig is 1h behind Riga. It is currently 7:07 PM in Riga and 6:07 PM in Leipzig.

Where does the Riga to Leipzig train arrive?

Riga to Leipzig train services, operated by LTG Link, arrive at Kaisiadorys station.

Can I drive from Riga to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Leipzig is 1254 km. It takes approximately 15h 30m to drive from Riga to Leipzig.

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1432+ hotels available in Leipzig.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Riga to Leipzig by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
best
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)RIX - LEJ
7h 34m
€205–311
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rīga to Magdeburg846421
2. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Leipzig Hbf55 / ...
22h 26m
€57–139
Bus, train via Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
1. Take the bus from Riga, Bus Station to Berlin Airport BERN1324 / ...
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbf28 / ...
19h 33m
€61–178
Train
1. Take the train from Riga-Pasazieru to Kaisiadorys217 / ...
2. Take the train from Kaunas to Warszawa Zachodnia
3. Take the train from Warszawa Zachodnia to Berlin HbfEic
4. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Leipzig Hbf28 / ...
21h 2m
Drive 1,253.6 km
1. Drive from Riga to Leipzig1,253.6 km
15h 30m
€193–278
Fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)RIX - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbf
6h 18m
€70–245
Fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Dresden Airport (DRS)RIX - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbf
8h 56m
€245–401
Fly to Václav Havel Airport Prague, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)RIX - PRG
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden Hbf
3. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf
9h 53m
€85–211
Fly to Hamburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)RIX - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Leipzig Hbf
9h 43m
€96–289
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Riga, Bus Station to Dresden central stationN1230 / ...
2. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf55 / ...
22h 26m
€72–150

Riga to Leipzig by bus, foot, and train

13Weekly Services

19h 33mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,007.6 km
Duration: 7h 34m

What companies run services between Riga, Latvia and Leipzig, Germany?

Lufthansa flies from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Riga-Pasazieru to Leipzig Hbf via Kaišiadorys, Kaunas, Warszawa Zachodnia, and Berlin Hbf in around 21h 2m.

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