What is the travel distance from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?

About 242 miles (390 km) separate Düsseldorf and Leipzig.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?

The majority of buses traveling from Düsseldorf to Leipzig start their journey at ZOB am Hbf and wind up at Leipzig Hbf. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Leipzig?

Once in Leipzig, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museum in the Round Corner, St. Nicholas Church, Leipzig Zoo, Lipzi Tours and Museum of Fine Arts.

Bus Düsseldorf to Leipzig from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Leipzig on November 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:00pm	ZOB am Hbf	6h 55m	4:55am	Leipzig central station	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:38am	Hbf	9h 42m	6:20pm	Leipzig central station	No tags
	3:45am	ZOB am Hbf	9h 35m	1:20pm	Leipzig central station	No tags
	4:50pm	Düsseldorf Airport	14h	6:50am	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Leipzig on November 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:00pm	ZOB am Hbf	6h 55m	4:55am	Leipzig central station	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:38am	Hbf	9h 42m	6:20pm	Leipzig central station	No tags
	3:45am	ZOB am Hbf	9h 35m	1:20pm	Leipzig central station	No tags
	4:50pm	Düsseldorf Airport	14h	6:50am	Leipzig central station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Düsseldorf to Leipzig

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day

4h 50mAverage Duration

242 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $103	Average Duration9h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $320	Average Duration5h 56m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $56	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,304 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Düsseldorf and Leipzig?

Stops in Düsseldorf

A - ZOB am Hbf

B - Hbf

C - Bastionstraße, 24

D - Kurfürstenstraße

E - Kasernenstraße

Stops in Leipzig

A - Leipzig Hbf

B - Hbf

C - Dittrichring 11

D - Goethestraße 5

E - Brüderstraße

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Leipzig by bus

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The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Leipzig was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $102 for a bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-11-17.