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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Leipzig central station | Erfurt central train station | Cheapest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Merkurpromenade | Willy-Brandt-Platz | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Leipzig central station | Willy-Brandt-Platz | No tags | |||||
| Leipzig central station | Erfurt central train station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Leipzig to Erfurt
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Leipzig and Erfurt?
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 Erfurt
- A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany - BAm Urbicher Kreuz, 99099 Erfurt, Germany
- CKurt-Schumacher-Straße 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
- D
Erfurt Hbf Bürgermeister-Wagner-Str.
Erfurt,, Germany - E
Erfurt Bushaltestelle
Willy-Brandt-Platz 4, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leipzig to Erfurt 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 Erfurt?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Erfurt start from $27. The average price for this route is around $35. 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 Erfurt?
The average bus trip duration from Leipzig to Erfurt is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 64 miles (103 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Erfurt route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leipzig to Erfurt?
The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Erfurt at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Erfurt?
A bus trip from Leipzig to Erfurt generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 Erfurt was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leipzig to Erfurt, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $28 for a bus ticket from Leipzig to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-01-10.
