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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Leipzig is to bus which costs €40 - €75 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Leipzig is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs €120 - €340.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arriving at Leipzig central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf via Praha Hlavni Nadrazi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Vienna to Leipzig?

The distance between Vienna and Leipzig is 519 km. The road distance is 536.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Leipzig without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs €40 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Vienna to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Leipzig bus from?

Vienna to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Leipzig train from?

Vienna to Leipzig train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Vienna to Leipzig is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs €120 - €340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 7h 45m, you could also train, which costs €85 - €210 and takes 9h.

Where does the Vienna to Leipzig bus arrive?

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

Where does the Vienna to Leipzig train arrive?

Vienna to Leipzig train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Leipzig is 537 km. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Vienna to Leipzig.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

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Vienna to Leipzig - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Vienna to Leipzig by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane VIE - LEJ
4h 7m
€124–338
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Leipzig central train stationbus N66 / ...
7h 45m
€40–75
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazitrain Rj / ...
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Leipzig Hbftrain Ec
9h
€88–204
Drive 536.8 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Leipzigcar 536.8 km
5h 55m
€88–127
Fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane VIE - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
5h 37m
€88–342
Train via Dresden
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazitrain Rj / ...
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden Hbftrain Rj
3. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 50 / ...
9h
€66–244
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vienna Main train station to Prague Florenc Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Prague Florenc Central Bus Station to Dresden Bayrische Strassebus
3. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 50 / ...
9h 9m
€55–139

Vienna to Leipzig by bus

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Distance: 519.2 km
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Leipzig, Germany?

Austrian Airlines flies from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Leipzig central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €40–75 and the journey takes 7h 45m.

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