Next available departures

Next departures for Rotterdam to Leipzig on August 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio Nord + DB Fernverkehr	12:50pm	Rotterdam Centraal	9h 25m	10:15pm	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + DB Fernverkehr	12:03pm	Rotterdam Centraal	8h 12m	8:15pm	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:50am	Rotterdam CS	9h 59m	6:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Fernverkehr	6:15am	Rotterdam Centraal	8h 54m	3:09pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + DB Fernverkehr	7:20am	Rotterdam Centraal	8h 55m	4:15pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio Nord + DB Fernverkehr	7:50am	Rotterdam Centraal	9h 27m	5:17pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	8:50pm	Rotterdam Centraal	10h 37m	7:27am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + National Express + DB Fernverkehr	9:20pm	Rotterdam Centraal	11h 49m	9:09am	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 13 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

13h 30mAverage Duration

550 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 152 - PEN 580	Average Duration13h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 189 - PEN 1,154	Average Duration9h 16m	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

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 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 PEN 302

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, 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 PEN 189. The average price for this train route is around PEN 565. 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 16m 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 15 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 6:15am. The latest train departs at 9:45pm.