How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Leipzig?

The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Leipzig start at R 279. The average price for this route is around R 602. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Leipzig?

The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Leipzig is 7h 55m, covering a distance of 294 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Leipzig route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Leipzig?

The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Leipzig at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Leipzig?

A bus trip from Hamburg to Leipzig produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Hamburg to Leipzig from R 279 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Hamburg to Leipzig on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	05:45	HAM Airport	9h 5m	14:50	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
	Bus	16:15	HAM Airport	8h 35m	00:50	Leipzig central station	Fastest

Next departures from Hamburg to Leipzig on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:15	HAM Airport	8h 35m	00:50	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
Bus	16:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 5m	23:35	Leipzig central station	Fastest
Bus	05:45	HAM Airport	9h 5m	14:50	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Leipzig on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 35m	03:05	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
Bus	16:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 5m	23:35	Leipzig central station	Fastest
Bus	02:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 55m	10:45	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	10:00	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 15m	17:15	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	05:45	HAM Airport	9h 5m	14:50	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Leipzig on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 5m	23:35	Leipzig central station	CheapestFastest
Bus	19:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 35m	03:05	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	05:45	HAM Airport	9h 5m	14:50	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	16:15	HAM Airport	8h 35m	00:50	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Leipzig on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 35m	03:05	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
Bus	16:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 5m	23:35	Leipzig central station	Fastest
Bus	05:45	HAM Airport	9h 5m	14:50	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	16:15	HAM Airport	8h 35m	00:50	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Leipzig on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 5m	23:35	Leipzig central station	CheapestFastest
Bus	19:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 35m	03:05	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	05:45	HAM Airport	9h 5m	14:50	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	16:15	HAM Airport	8h 35m	00:50	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Leipzig on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 5m	23:35	Leipzig central station	CheapestFastest
Bus	19:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 35m	03:05	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	05:45	HAM Airport	9h 5m	14:50	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	16:15	HAM Airport	8h 35m	00:50	Leipzig central station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Leipzig

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just R 351, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

4hAverage duration

294 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 279 - R 2 011	Average duration7h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 250 - R 2 884	Average duration4h 19m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 351 - R 755	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Leipzig?

Stops in Hamburg

A
Hamburg Airport
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B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany
F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany

Stops in Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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B
Hbf
Goethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
D
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
E
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 623 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11623 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 279

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Leipzig by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Leipzig?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Leipzig start at R 279. The average price for this route is around R 602. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Leipzig?
The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Leipzig is 7h 55m, covering a distance of 294 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Leipzig route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Leipzig?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Leipzig at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Leipzig?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Leipzig produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/12

R 538

14/12

R 917

Today

R 621

16/12

R 797

17/12

R 775

18/12

R 456

19/12

R 569

20/12

R 621

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Leipzig was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 456

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Leipzig as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 456 to R 1 408 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 456, which is on 2025-12-18.