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

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €22 - €26 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Leipzig is to train and fly which takes 3h 44m and costs €110 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heidelberg Post Waypoint and arriving at Leipzig central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Leipzig?

The distance between Heidelberg and Leipzig is 466 km. The road distance is 466.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Leipzig without a car is to train via Erfurt which takes 4h 59m and costs €80 - €360.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Heidelberg to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Leipzig bus from?

Heidelberg to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heidelberg Post Waypoint station.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Leipzig train from?

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

Train or bus from Heidelberg to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Leipzig is to train via Erfurt which takes 4h 59m and costs €80 - €360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Heidelberg to Leipzig bus arrive?

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

Where does the Heidelberg to Leipzig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Heidelberg to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg to Leipzig is 466 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Heidelberg to Leipzig.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Heidelberg to Leipzig?

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

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1465+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Can I share a ride from Heidelberg to Leipzig?

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

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Train via Erfurt
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
4h 59m
€84–356
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Heidelberg to Leipzigrideshare 466.1 km
4h 55m
€22–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Leipzig central train stationbus N13
6h 44m
€40–70
Night train
1. Take the night train from Mannheim Hbf to Leipzig Hbfnighttrain Nj
7h
€35–177
Drive 466.4 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Leipzigcar 466.4 km
3h 56m
€67–97
Train
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 55
8h 53m
€150–650
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
3h 44m
€114–261
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Mannheim, 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
4h 59m
€174–455
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane FRA - BER
3. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
5h 19m
€118–387
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane STR - BER
3. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
5h 41m
€137–460

Heidelberg to Leipzig by train

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Distance: 466.4 km
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Erfurt Hbf in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Heidelberg Post Waypoint to Leipzig central train station once daily. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 6h 44m.

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