Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig on January 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Leipzig central stationCheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    		Südbahnhof
    		MerkurpromenadeFastest
    Flixbus
    		Frankfurt Hbf
    		Leipzig central stationNo tags
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
      		Südbahnhof
      		Leipzig central stationNo tags
      Flixbus
      		Frankfurt Hbf
      		Leipzig central stationNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:27 AM CET.

      Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      7carpool per day
      4h 10mAverage Duration
      293 kmDistance
      12kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$32 - $143Average Duration5h 5m
      8kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$28 - $300Average Duration3h 2m
      7kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average Price$32 - $65Average Duration4h 10m
      12kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig by bus

      Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig start from $32. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?

        The average bus travel time from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 305 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?

        The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?

        A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      01-16
      $32
      01-17
      $32
      Today
      $45
      01-19
      $29
      01-20
      $27
      01-21
      $51
      01-22
      No data
      01-23
      No data
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $27

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig, as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from $27 to $96 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-01-20.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?

      busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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