Next available departures

Next departures from Rotterdam to Leipzig on 31 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Deutsche Bahn	19:50	Rotterdam Centraal	11h 19m	07:09	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Deutsche Bahn	12:20	Rotterdam Centraal	8h 11m	20:31	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Deutsche Bahn	12:20	Rotterdam Centraal	8h 11m	20:31	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + Deutsche Bahn	12:20	Rotterdam Centraal	8h 49m	21:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + DB Regio Nord + Deutsche Bahn	12:50	Rotterdam Centraal	9h 25m	22:15	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + National Express + Deutsche Bahn	20:15	Rotterdam Centraal	12h 54m	09:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + Arriva Nederland + DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn	21:15	Rotterdam Centraal	12h 49m	10:04	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Nederlandse Spoorwegen + eurobahn + Deutsche Bahn	12:20	Rotterdam Centraal	8h 49m	21:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 CA$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

12h 40mAverage duration

550 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCA$30 - CA$238	Average duration12h 40m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCA$69 - CA$479	Average duration9h 4m	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

3.9/511 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.5

Wi‑Fi2.8

Based on 11 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 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 CA$124

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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Rotterdam to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Rotterdam to Leipzig start from CA$69. The average price for this train route is around CA$238. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rotterdam to Leipzig?
The average train journey time from Rotterdam to Leipzig is 9h 4m, covering a distance of 550 km. The fastest 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 run on this route with 12 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 06:12. And the latest train departs at 21:45.