What is the cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf is to rideshare which costs €15 - €25 and takes 4h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €80 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Hamburg and Leipzig Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Leipzig central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Hamburg and Leipzig Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hamburg Hbf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf?

The distance between Hamburg and Leipzig Hbf is 453 km. The road distance is 351.9 km.

How do I travel from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €80 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf?

The train from Hamburg Hbf to Leipzig Hbf takes 3h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf bus from?

Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf?

The best way to get from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €80 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 50m, you could also fly, which costs €180 - €350 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf bus arrive?

Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leipzig central train station.

Where does the Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf is 352 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf?

Book your Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leipzig Hbf?

There are 1359+ hotels available in Leipzig Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf?

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

Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
3h 12m
€80–170
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hamburg to Leipzigrideshare 349.6 km
4h 31m
€15–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Leipzig central train stationbus 182 / ...
5h 50m
€30–50
Fly Hamburg Airport to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane HAM - LEJ
4h 56m
€185–350
Drive 351.9 km
1. Drive from Hamburg to Leipzig Hbfcar 351.9 km
3h 52m
€52–74
Fly Hamburg Airport to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane HAM - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
6h 34m
€227–450
Train to Bremen Airport, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Bremen Hbftrain
2. Fly from Bremen Airport (BRE) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane BRE - LEJ
5h 37m
€153–799

Hamburg to Leipzig Hbf by train

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 453.2 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Hamburg, Germany and Leipzig Hbf, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hamburg Hbf to Leipzig Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €80–170 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Leipzig central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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