Next available departures

Next departures for Rotterdam to Leipzig on September 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain		6:35am	Rotterdam Zuidplein	12h 14m	6:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:19am	Rotterdam Centraal	7h 45m	4:04pm	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		8:50am	Rotterdam CS	9h 59m	6:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:20am	Rotterdam Centraal	7h 53m	3:13pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + Deutsche Bahn		7:49am	Rotterdam Centraal	9h 28m	5:17pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio NRW + National Express + Deutsche Bahn		8:14am	Rotterdam Centraal	9h 3m	5:17pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn		9:14pm	Rotterdam Centraal	11h 55m	9:09am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + SÜWEX		9:44pm	Rotterdam Centraal	12h 20m	10:04am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rotterdam to Leipzig

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 12 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R$123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

12h 40mAverage Duration

550 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR$123 - R$529	Average Duration12h 40m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR$257 - R$1,733	Average Duration9h 2m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Rotterdam and Leipzig?

Rotterdam

A
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum

Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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B
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/512 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wi‑Fi2.9

Based on 12 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at R$462

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Deutsche Bahn ICE, ÖBB

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rotterdam to Leipzig by train

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 train ticket from Rotterdam to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Rotterdam to Leipzig start at R$257. The average price for this train route is around R$859. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Rotterdam to Leipzig?
The average train trip from Rotterdam to Leipzig takes 9h 2m and covers 550 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Rotterdam to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rotterdam to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Rotterdam to Leipzig departs at 6:02am. The latest train departs at 9:45pm.