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What is the best way to travel from Amsterdam to Leipzig?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Trains for the journey to Leipzig from Amsterdam. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 55m
£20
£32
10
Train
7h 41m
£64
£87
16

What is the cheapest way to reach Leipzig from Amsterdam?

You can get to Leipzig with just £20 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £20
tomorrow
from £23
Friday
from £30
Saturday
from £27
Sunday
from £37
Monday
from £30
Tuesday
from £31

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    21:55
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    13h 40m
    0
    06:15
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    19:55
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    16:15
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    23:15
    Amsterdam
    Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop
    12:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 31m
    0
    06:38
    Amsterdam
    Central Station
    15:09
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £64
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 1m
    0
    08:08
    Amsterdam
    Central Station
    17:09
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £64
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 1m
    0
    08:08
    Amsterdam
    Central Station
    16:09
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £69
  • Deutsche Bahn
    13h 30m
    0
    16:38
    Amsterdam
    Central Station
    06:08
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £69
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 41m
    0
    08:08
    Amsterdam
    Central Station
    15:49
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £74

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    21:55
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    13h 20m
    0
    06:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    19:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    16:15
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    23:15
    Amsterdam
    Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop
    12:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    21:55
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    10h 55m
    0
    18:05
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    23:15
    Amsterdam
    Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop
    12:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 5m
    0
    06:04
    Amsterdam
    South Station
    15:09
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £102
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 35m
    0
    07:34
    Amsterdam
    South Station
    16:09
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £118
  • Deutsche Bahn
    13h 4m
    0
    16:04
    Amsterdam
    South Station
    05:08
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £118

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    21:55
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    13h 50m
    0
    22:15
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    12:05
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    10h 55m
    0
    18:05
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    13h 25m
    0
    22:40
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    12:05
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    12h 25m
    0
    22:40
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    11:05
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    00:35
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    12:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    23:15
    Amsterdam
    Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop
    12:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    22:15
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    11:05
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    02:00
    Amsterdam
    Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop
    15:45
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 21m
    0
    06:03
    Amsterdam
    South Station
    14:24
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £82
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 51m
    0
    07:33
    Amsterdam
    South Station
    16:24
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £82
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 43m
    0
    09:41
    Amsterdam
    South Station
    18:24
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £115

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    21:55
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    13h 40m
    0
    15:20
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    06:45
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    19:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    21:55
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35

What are the fastest trips from Amsterdam to Leipzig?

You can get to Leipzig from Amsterdam in just 7h 41m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 7h 41m
tomorrow
from 8h 55m
Friday
from 8h 35m
Saturday
from 8h 55m
Sunday
from 8h 21m
Monday
from 8h 55m
Tuesday
from 8h 55m

    Fastest Trains today

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 41m
    0
    08:08
    Amsterdam
    Central Station
    15:49
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £74
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 1m
    0
    08:08
    Amsterdam
    Central Station
    16:09
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £69
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 31m
    0
    06:38
    Amsterdam
    Central Station
    15:09
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £64
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 1m
    0
    08:08
    Amsterdam
    Central Station
    17:09
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £64
  • Deutsche Bahn
    13h 30m
    0
    16:38
    Amsterdam
    Central Station
    06:08
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £69
  • Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    21:55
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    16:15
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    23:15
    Amsterdam
    Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop
    12:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    13h 40m
    0
    06:15
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    19:55
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    21:55
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    16:15
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    13h 20m
    0
    06:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    19:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    23:15
    Amsterdam
    Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop
    12:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 35m
    0
    07:34
    Amsterdam
    South Station
    16:09
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £118
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 5m
    0
    06:04
    Amsterdam
    South Station
    15:09
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £102
  • Deutsche Bahn
    13h 4m
    0
    16:04
    Amsterdam
    South Station
    05:08
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £118
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    21:55
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    10h 55m
    0
    18:05
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    23:15
    Amsterdam
    Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop
    12:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    21:55
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    10h 55m
    0
    18:05
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    13h 25m
    0
    22:40
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    12:05
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    13h 50m
    0
    22:15
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    12:05
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 21m
    0
    06:03
    Amsterdam
    South Station
    14:24
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £82
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 43m
    0
    09:41
    Amsterdam
    South Station
    18:24
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £115
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 51m
    0
    07:33
    Amsterdam
    South Station
    16:24
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £82
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    00:35
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    12:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    12h 25m
    0
    22:40
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    11:05
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    22:15
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    11:05
    Leipzig
    Trade Fair Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    23:15
    Amsterdam
    Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop
    12:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    02:00
    Amsterdam
    Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop
    15:45
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    21:55
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    06:45
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    19:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    13h 40m
    0
    15:20
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    21:55
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    21:30
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    06:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Amsterdam
    Sloterdijk Station
    05:00
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Amsterdam to Leipzig

What are the most popular stations in Amsterdam and Leipzig?

In Amsterdam, you will usually depart from Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop, Sloterdijk Station or Holendrecht Station, while in Leipzig you will be arriving at Trade Fair Train Station, Central Station or Miltitzer Allee Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Leipzig from Amsterdam? With 6 connections between 2 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Amsterdam and Leipzig, you can pay as low as £20 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Leipzig in just 7h 41m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Amsterdam and Leipzig are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Amsterdam and Leipzig is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Diemen or to Markkleeberg, and look at flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, and landing at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Amsterdam to Leipzig?

The most popular companies between Amsterdam and Leipzig, are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Amsterdam to Leipzig

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Amsterdam to Leipzig. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Amsterdam to Leipzig

How can I reach Leipzig from Amsterdam?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Leipzig from Amsterdam.

How far is Leipzig from Amsterdam?

The distance between Amsterdam and Leipzig is 526.0 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Amsterdam and Leipzig?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 14 kgs of CO2, a train 18 kgs, a car 89 kgs, and a flight 129 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Amsterdam to Leipzig?

You can get to Leipzig with just £20 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Leipzig?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Leipzig in just 7h 41m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Amsterdam and to Leipzig

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Amsterdam and to Leipzig. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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