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 €20 - €26 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 40m and costs €120 - €310.

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 two 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 €100 - €360.

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 two 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.

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 35m to drive from Stuttgart to Leipzig.

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

Book your Stuttgart to Leipzig train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1479+ 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 - 8 ways to travel via train, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 8 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 Hbftrain 11 / ...
4h 20m
€100–360
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Stuttgart to Leipzigrideshare 448.1 km
4h 56m
€20–26
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
3h 40m
€123–305
Train via Erfurt
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbftrain 11
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
4h 37m
€103–357
Drive 447.2 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart to Leipzigcar 447.2 km
4h 35m
€65–94
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane STR - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
7h 29m
€187–493
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane STR - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
4h 47m
€118–359
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
5h 9m
€173–482

Stuttgart to Leipzig by train

83Weekly Trains

4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 555.6 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 2 hours. Tickets cost €100–360 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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