How to travel from Dresden to Leipzig, Germany

The distance between Dresden and Leipzig is around 112km (70 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 5m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Dresden to Leipzig by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out LeipzigDresden if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Leipzig Hbf.

  • Duration1h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €60($60)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof.

  • Duration1h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €12($12)
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Leipzig.

  • Duration1h 5m
  • Distance112km (70 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Dresden and Leipzig

There are several options for getting from Dresden to Leipzig by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €12 ($12) and will take around 1h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €15 ($15).

The distance between Dresden and Leipzig is around 112km (70 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 100km (62 miles)

It takes around 1h 10m to get from Dresden and Leipzig by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 5m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Dresden to Leipzig is to drive which takes around 1h 5m and will set you back approx €15 ($15).

The cheapest way to travel between Dresden and Leipzig, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €12 ($12) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Dresden and Leipzig. It typically takes around 1h 10m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Dresden and Leipzig with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 1h 10m.

Deutsche Bahn Intercity, Deutsche Bahn and Deutsche Bahn Regional run train services between Dresden and Leipzig. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 1h 10m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Dresden and Leipzig. It typically takes around 1h 10m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Dresden and Leipzig with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 1h 10m.

Deutsche Bahn run regular bus services between Dresden and Leipzig. Buses run hourly and take around 1h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Dresden to Leipzig. We recommend that you take the train to Leipzig Hbf. instead which will take 1h 10m.

The closest major airport to Leipzig is Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) (LEJ) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Leipzig. Dresden Airport (DRS) (DRS) and Erfurt Airport (ERF) (ERF) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Dresden and Leipzig. The distance is around 112km (70 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 5m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Dresden to Leipzig is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 10m and will usually cost around €60 ($60).

How do I get from Dresden to Leipzig

Compare travel optionsbetween Dresden and Leipzig

Transport options from Dresden to Leipzig
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 10m
€60($60)
hourly118km (74 miles)
Bus
1h 10m
€12($12)
hourly153km (95 miles)
Drive
1h 5m
€15($15)
on demand112km (70 miles)

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Airports near Leipzig

The following major airports near Leipzig offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Germany and internationally.

LEJ
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
International Airport
Distance
14km (9 miles) from Leipzig
DRS
Dresden Airport (DRS)
International Airport
Distance
100km (62 miles) from Leipzig
ERF
Erfurt Airport (ERF)
Domestic Airport
Distance
107km (66 miles) from Leipzig