The cheapest and fastest buses from Hamburg to Leipzig
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Leipzig will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 12 buses that leave Hamburg for Leipzig on Thu, Apr 09, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 09 the direct buses cover the 295 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Thu, Apr 09 the slowest buses will take 4 h 50 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.
FlixBus4:30 PM6h55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof11:25 PMLeipzig, Hbf€251One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM7h35Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof3:05 AMLeipzig, Hbf€251One-way0 transfers
6:00 PM4h00Hamburg10:00 PMLeipzig€261One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM4h00Hamburg1:30 PMLeipzig€301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:50 AM5h50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof3:40 PMLeipzig, Hbf€321One-way0 transfers
4:00 PM3h40Hamburg7:40 PMLeipzig€341One-way0 transfers
6:40 PM3h50Hamburg10:30 PMLeipzig€341One-way0 transfers
6:00 PM4h00Hamburg10:00 PMLeipzig€261One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM4h00Hamburg1:30 PMLeipzig€301One-way0 transfers
3:00 PM4h50Hamburg7:50 PMLeipzig€331One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Hamburg to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €178.
Distance: 295 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€27 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price | €368 Average price |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Leipzig bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Leipzig buses for today, Wednesday, April 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 6h55 | 9:25 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h35 | 1:05 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 9 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h20 | 9:10 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h10 | 10:10 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h20 | 12:50 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 5h50 | 1:40 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Leipzig
Buses from Hamburg to Leipzig run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €11 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 295 km distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 295 km |
Average bus duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 2:20 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Hamburg to LeipzigYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Leipzig with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hamburg to Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Hamburg to Leipzig
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
- Café Paris (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S1, S21
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