What is the distance between Leipzig and Hamburg?

Leipzig and Hamburg are 183 miles (294 km) apart.

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

If you're headed to Hamburg from Leipzig, chances are that your bus will depart from Leipzig Hbf and arrive at Hamburg Airport. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

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

Once in Hamburg, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Miniatur Wunderland, St. Michaelis Church, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Holy Hamburg and Town Hall.

Bus Leipzig to Hamburg from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on November 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00pm	Leipzig central station	10h 40m	12:40am	HAM Airport	No tags
Bus	5:05am	Leipzig central station	7h 10m	12:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Leipzig central station	7h 35m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Leipzig central station	9h 55m	11:55pm	HAM Airport	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Leipzig central station	6h 15m	10:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Leipzig to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

183 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $120	Average Duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $234	Average Duration4h 21m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $48	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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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 Leipzig and Hamburg?

Stops in Leipzig

A - Leipzig Hbf

B - Hbf

C - Dittrichring 11

D - Goethestraße 5

E - Brüderstraße

Stops in Hamburg

A - Hamburg Airport

B - Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)

C - Harburg

D - Hamburg Altona

E - Volksparkstadion

F - Steinwerder

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leipzig to Hamburg by bus

What is the distance between Leipzig and Hamburg?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Leipzig to Hamburg?
What are the best sights and things to do in Hamburg?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/10

$15

11/11

$16

Today

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11/13

$17

11/14

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11/15

$19

11/16

$17

11/17

$18

The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Hamburg was searched and found on Nov 10, 2025 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $71 for a bus ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-11-16.