What is the best way to travel from Leipzig to Hamburg?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool for the journey to Hamburg from Leipzig. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Hamburg from Leipzig?
You can get to Hamburg with just $23 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Deutsche Bahn3h 21m08:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station11:37 PMHamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 8:16:00 PM to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2025 11:37:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 41m010:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station5:57 AMHamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 10:16:00 PM to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 5:57:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 41m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 20m04:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station7:36 PMHamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 4:16:00 PM to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2025 7:36:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 7m05:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station8:23 PMHamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 5:16:00 PM to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2025 8:23:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
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BlaBlaCar4h 30m07:00 PMLeipzig11:30 PMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 7:00:00 PM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2025 11:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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BlaBlaCar4h 40m03:30 PMLeipzig8:10 PMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 3:30:00 PM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2025 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
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FlixBus7h 10m05:05 AMLeipzigCentral Station12:15 PMHamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Cheapest Trains Saturday
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Cheapest Buses Saturday
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BlaBlaCar4h 0m01:00 PMLeipzig5:00 PMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 1:00:00 PM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
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BlaBlaCar3h 50m05:50 PMLeipzig9:40 PMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 5:50:00 PM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 9:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
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FlixBus7h 10m05:05 AMLeipzigCentral Station12:15 PMHamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 33m09:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station12:49 AMHamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 9:16:00 PM to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/28/2025 12:49:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 33m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 53m08:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station12:09 AMHamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 8:16:00 PM to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/28/2025 12:09:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 42m06:17 AMLeipzigCentral Station9:59 AMHamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 6:17:00 AM to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 9:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 42m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 23m07:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station10:39 PMHamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 7:16:00 PM to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 10:39:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 23m
Cheapest Carpool Sunday
Cheapest Buses Sunday
Cheapest Trains Sunday
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FlixBus7h 10m05:05 AMLeipzigCentral Station12:15 PMHamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/28/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/28/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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BlaBlaCar4h 0m06:50 PMLeipzig10:50 PMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 7/29/2025 6:50:00 PM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/29/2025 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
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FlixBus7h 10m05:05 AMLeipzigCentral Station12:15 PMHamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/29/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/29/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Cheapest Carpool Tuesday
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus7h 10m05:05 AMLeipzigCentral Station12:15 PMHamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/31/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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BlaBlaCar3h 50m09:50 AMLeipzig1:40 PMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 8/1/2025 9:50:00 AM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2025 1:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
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BlaBlaCar4h 10m07:10 AMLeipzig11:20 AMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 8/1/2025 7:10:00 AM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
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FlixBus7h 10m05:05 AMLeipzigCentral Station12:15 PMHamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 8/1/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Cheapest Carpool Friday
Cheapest Buses Friday
What are the fastest trips from Leipzig to Hamburg?
You can get to Hamburg from Leipzig in just 3h 7m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Deutsche Bahn3h 7m05:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station8:23 PMHamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 5:16:00 PM to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2025 8:23:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 20m04:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station7:36 PMHamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 4:16:00 PM to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2025 7:36:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 21m08:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station11:37 PMHamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 8:16:00 PM to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2025 11:37:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 41m010:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station5:57 AMHamburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 10:16:00 PM to Central Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 5:57:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 41m
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BlaBlaCar4h 30m07:00 PMLeipzig11:30 PMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 7:00:00 PM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2025 11:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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BlaBlaCar4h 40m03:30 PMLeipzig8:10 PMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 3:30:00 PM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2025 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
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FlixBus7h 10m05:05 AMLeipzigCentral Station12:15 PMHamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/26/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Fastest Trains Saturday
Fastest Carpool Saturday
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn3h 23m07:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station10:39 PMHamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 7:16:00 PM to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 10:39:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 23m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 33m09:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station12:49 AMHamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 9:16:00 PM to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/28/2025 12:49:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 33m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 42m06:17 AMLeipzigCentral Station9:59 AMHamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 6:17:00 AM to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 9:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 42m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 53m08:16 PMLeipzigCentral Station12:09 AMHamburgDammtor Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 8:16:00 PM to Dammtor Train Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/28/2025 12:09:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 53m
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BlaBlaCar3h 50m05:50 PMLeipzig9:40 PMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 5:50:00 PM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 9:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
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BlaBlaCar4h 0m01:00 PMLeipzig5:00 PMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 1:00:00 PM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
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FlixBus7h 10m05:05 AMLeipzigCentral Station12:15 PMHamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/27/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Fastest Trains Sunday
Fastest Carpool Sunday
Fastest Buses Sunday
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FlixBus7h 10m05:05 AMLeipzigCentral Station12:15 PMHamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/28/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/28/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Fastest Buses Monday
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BlaBlaCar4h 0m06:50 PMLeipzig10:50 PMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 7/29/2025 6:50:00 PM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/29/2025 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
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FlixBus7h 10m05:05 AMLeipzigCentral Station12:15 PMHamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/29/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/29/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Fastest Carpool Tuesday
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus7h 10m05:05 AMLeipzigCentral Station12:15 PMHamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 7/31/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 7/31/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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BlaBlaCar3h 50m09:50 AMLeipzig1:40 PMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 8/1/2025 9:50:00 AM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2025 1:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
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BlaBlaCar4h 10m07:10 AMLeipzig11:20 AMHamburg0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Leipzig (Germany) at 8/1/2025 7:10:00 AM to , Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
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FlixBus7h 10m05:05 AMLeipzigCentral Station12:15 PMHamburgCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) at 8/1/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 8/1/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Fastest Carpool Friday
Fastest Buses Friday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Leipzig to Hamburg
What are the most popular stations in Leipzig and Hamburg?
In Leipzig, you will usually depart from Central Station, Trade Fair Train Station or Miltitzer Allee Train Station, while in Hamburg you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Central Station or Harburg Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Hamburg from Leipzig? With 3 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Leipzig and Hamburg, you can pay as low as $23 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Hamburg in just 3h 7m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Leipzig and Hamburg are Deutsche Bahn, BlaBlaCar and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Leipzig and Hamburg is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Markkleeberg or to Hamburg Airport, and look at flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport, and landing at Hamburg Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The most popular companies between Leipzig and Hamburg, are Deutsche Bahn, BlaBlaCar and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Leipzig to Hamburg
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Leipzig to Hamburg. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Leipzig to Hamburg
How can I reach Hamburg from Leipzig?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Hamburg from Leipzig.
How far is Hamburg from Leipzig?
The distance between Leipzig and Hamburg is 182.8 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Leipzig and Hamburg?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 50 kgs, and a flight 72 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Leipzig to Hamburg?
You can get to Hamburg with just $23 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Leipzig to Hamburg?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Hamburg in just 3h 7m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Leipzig and to Hamburg
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Leipzig and to Hamburg. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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