What is the cheapest way to get from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg?

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg?

The fastest way to get from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs €150 - €330.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig Airport (LEJ) and Hamburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Halle Airport and arriving at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof via Hanover central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig Airport (LEJ) and Hamburg?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Leipzig/Halle Flughafen and arriving at Hamburg Hbf via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg?

The distance between Leipzig Airport (LEJ) and Hamburg is 303 km. The road distance is 338.6 km.

How do I travel from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg without a car?

The best way to get from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs €80 - €380.

How long does it take to get from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg bus from?

Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leipzig Halle Airport station.

Where do I catch the Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg?

The best way to get from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs €150 - €330. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €80 - €380 and takes 3h 53m, you could also bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg bus arrive?

Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hanover central bus station.

Where does the Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg is 339 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg?

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Can I share a ride from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg?

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There are 8 ways to get from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly to Hamburg Airport
best
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane LEJ - HAM
3h 29m
€151–329
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig Halle Airport to Hanover central bus stationbus N1367
2. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus 182 / ...
6h 50m
€33–57
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 28 / ...
3h 53m
€83–380
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig-LEJ to Hamburgrideshare 338.6 km
3h 43m
Drive 338.6 km
1. Drive from Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburgcar 338.6 km
3h 43m
€48–69
Fly to Bremen Airport, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Bremen Airport (BRE)plane LEJ - BRE
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
7h 54m
€157–552
Fly to Hannover Airport, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane LEJ - HAJ
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain
6h 17m
€187–755
Train via Magdeburg
1. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Magdeburg-Buckautrain
2. Take the train from Magdeburg-Buckau to Uelzentrain
3. Take the train from Uelzen to Winsen(Luhe)train Re / ...
6h 2m
€88–219

Leipzig Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg by train

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Distance: 302.9 km
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Leipzig Airport (LEJ), Germany and Hamburg, Germany?

Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Hamburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €80–360 and the journey takes 3h 12m.

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