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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Hamburg is to rideshare which costs €19 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Hamburg is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €80 - €350.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Hamburg?

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

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Hamburg?

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

How far is it from Leipzig to Hamburg?

The distance between Leipzig and Hamburg is 453 km. The road distance is 350 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Hamburg without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €80 - €350.

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

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Hamburg bus from?

Leipzig to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leipzig central train station.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Hamburg train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leipzig to Hamburg?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Hamburg is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €80 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 5h 50m, you could also fly, which costs €140 - €360 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Leipzig to Hamburg bus arrive?

Leipzig to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Leipzig to Hamburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Hamburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Hamburg is 350 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Leipzig to Hamburg.

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

Book your Leipzig to Hamburg train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Hamburg?

There are 1649+ hotels available in Hamburg.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Hamburg?

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

Leipzig to Hamburg - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 28 / ...
3h 12m
€80–350
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Hamburgrideshare 348.9 km
4h 46m
€19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus 182 / ...
5h 50m
€30–60
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Hamburg Airport
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane LEJ - HAM
4h 48m
€147–357
Train via Magdeburg
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Magdeburg-Neustadttrain
2. Take the train from Magdeburg-Neustadt to Uelzentrain
3. Take the train from Uelzen to Winsen(Luhe)train Re / ...
5h 34m
€89–197
Drive 350 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Hamburgcar 350 km
3h 55m
€50–72
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport 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
9h 13m
€155–573
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Hamburg Airport
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DRS - HAM
6h 17m
€206–445

Leipzig to Hamburg by train

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Distance: 453.2 km
Duration: 3h 12m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Hamburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €80–350 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof 3 times a day. Tickets cost €30–60 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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