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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Leipzig central station | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Leipzig central station | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Leipzig central station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Leipzig central station | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Merkurpromenade | Hamburg Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Leipzig to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 4 hours, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Leipzig and Hamburg?
Stops in Leipzig
- ALeipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
- BGoethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
- C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - D
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - E
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, Germany
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
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Based on 12019 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $23
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Hamburg by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Hamburg start from $23. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The average bus travel time from Leipzig to Hamburg is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 294 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Hamburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Hamburg at 4:25am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Leipzig to Hamburg generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Hamburg was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $29To 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 $29 to $66 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 $29 which is on 2026-01-14.
