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 €35 - €180.

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 twice daily, 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 every three hours, 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 €35 - €180.

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 every three hours.

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 €35 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 50m, you could also fly, which costs €190 - €370 and takes 4h 45m.

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 and FlixBus.

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 1624+ 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 - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

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There are 7 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
€35–180
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Hamburgrideshare 349.1 km
4h 46m
€19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus 182 / ...
5h 50m
€35–55
Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane LEJ - HAM
4h 45m
€196–368
Drive 350 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Hamburgcar 350 km
3h 55m
€52–75
Train to Dresden Airport, fly
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 12m
€245–511
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane BER - HAM
5h 59m
€179–452

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 every 3 hours. Tickets cost €75–180 and the journey takes 3h 12m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof twice daily. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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