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

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €19 - €25 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart to Leipzig is to train and fly which takes 3h 44m and costs €100 - €280.

Is there a direct train between Stuttgart and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Stuttgart to Leipzig?

The distance between Stuttgart and Leipzig is 556 km. The road distance is 447.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Leipzig without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €85 - €95.

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

The train from Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart to Leipzig train from?

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

Train or fly from Stuttgart to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Leipzig is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €85 - €95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €150 - €280 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Stuttgart to Leipzig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stuttgart to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Stuttgart to Leipzig is 447 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Stuttgart to Leipzig.

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

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Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1446+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Can I share a ride from Stuttgart to Leipzig?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Stuttgart and Leipzig. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Stuttgart to Leipzig - 10 ways to travel via train, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Stuttgart to Leipzig by train, rideshare, plane, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf11 / ...
4h 20m
€85–95
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Stuttgart to Leipzig448.1 km
4h 56m
€19–25
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)STR - LEJ
5h 39m
€155–272
Train via Leipzig Messe
1. Take the train from Stuttgart Hbf to Leipzig MesseIce
4h 32m
€92–104
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt22 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Leipzig Hbf50 / ...
5h 14m
€55–190
Drive 447.2 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart to Leipzig447.2 km
4h 33m
€64–92
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)FRA - LEJ
3h 44m
€104–274
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Dresden Airport (DRS)STR - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbf
5h 40m
€192–551
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)STR - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbf
4h 45m
€80–294
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)FRA - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbf
5h
€171–413

Stuttgart to Leipzig by train

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4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 555.5 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Stuttgart, Germany and Leipzig, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €85–95 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Alternatively, Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst, and Norwegian Air UK ltd fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) every 4 hours.

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