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 €100 - €190 and takes 22h 17m.

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 15m and costs €85 - €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 Rīgas Centrālā stacija and arriving at Leipzig Hbf via Kaišiadorys, Mockava, Warszawa Centralna and Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 57m.

How far is it from Riga to Leipzig?

The distance between Riga and Leipzig is 1008 km. The road distance is 1253.2 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 35m and costs €110 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 8h 3m 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 Rīgas Centrālā stacija station.

Train or fly from Riga to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Riga to Leipzig is to fly which takes 8h 3m and costs €130 - €360. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €190 - €430 and takes 19h 57m.

What is the time difference between Riga and Leipzig?

Leipzig is 1h behind Riga. It is currently 7:02 PM in Riga and 6:02 PM in Leipzig.

Where does the Riga to Leipzig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riga to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Leipzig is 1253 km. It takes approximately 15h 37m to drive from Riga to Leipzig.

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1475+ 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)plane RIX - LEJ
8h 3m
€135–351
Fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane RIX - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
6h 15m
€89–244
Bus, train via Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
1. Take the bus from Riga, Bus Station to Berlin Airport BERbus N1324 / ...
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
19h 35m
€113–218
Train
1. Take the train from Rīgas Centrālā stacija to Kaišiadorystrain 12
2. Take the train from Kaišiadorys to Mockavatrain 31
3. Take the train from Mockava to Warszawa Centralnatrain Ic
4. Take the train from Warszawa Centralna to Berlin Hbftrain Eic
5. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
19h 57m
€191–428
Drive 1,253.2 km
1. Drive from Riga to Leipzigcar 1,253.2 km
15h 37m
€197–284
Fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane RIX - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
8h 31m
€242–489
Fly to Hamburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane RIX - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain
9h 39m
€160–365
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane RIX - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Leipzig Hbftrain
8h 54m
€149–405
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rīga to Magdeburgbus 846421
2. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
22h 17m
€103–190
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Riga, Bus Station to Dresden central stationbus N1230
2. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
22h 27m
€107–198

Riga to Leipzig by bus, foot, and train

15Weekly Services

19h 35mAverage Duration

€113Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,007.6 km
Duration: 8h 3m

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

Lufthansa and Air Baltic fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rīgas Centrālā stacija to Leipzig Hbf via Kaišiadorys, Mockava, Warszawa Centralna, and Berlin Hbf in around 19h 57m.

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