The cheapest and fastest buses from Bratislava to Leipzig
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
9 h 26 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
491 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bratislava to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bratislava to Leipzig will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 5 buses that leave Bratislava for Leipzig on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 491 km distance in an average of 9 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 10 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bratislava to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €38.
Distance: 491 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€46 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price |
8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration Fastest 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bratislava to Leipzig bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Leipzig buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 10h50 | 6:45 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:58 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 10h47 | 6:45 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 10h05 | 6:45 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 10h00 | 8:45 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 9h55 | 8:45 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:00 AM Bratislava | 8h10 | 11:10 AM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bratislava to Leipzig
Buses from Bratislava to Leipzig run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 491 km distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 491 km |
Average bus duration 8h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, RACIC, Racic Eurobus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Bratislava to LeipzigYou can travel by bus between Bratislava to Leipzig with FlixBus, Ourbus, RACIC, Racic Eurobus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as €26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
Ourbus
RACIC
Racic Eurobus
Union Ivkoni - Unibus
FAQs: Bus from Bratislava to Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bratislava to Leipzig by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- RACIC
- Tickets can be returned up to 24 hours before departure with a 5% cancellation fee, between 24 and 12 hours before departure with a 50% cancellation fee, and are non-refundable less than 12 hours before departure.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Ourbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- RACIC
- One checked bag up to 30kg (60x40x80cm) and one carry-on up to 5kg (40x20x30cm) are included.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- RACIC
- A second piece of luggage (60x40x80cm) is transported for a fee of €5 / BGN 10 if space is available, and additional luggage beyond that requires prior agreement and may be limited during peak seasons.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bratislava to Leipzig
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Mlynské (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 21, 25, 50, 70
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 29, 30, 37, 70 Tram: 4
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