The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leipzig to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
9 h 35 m
Average duration
11 h 45 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leipzig to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Salzburg will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 4 buses that leave Leipzig for Salzburg every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 397 km distance in an average of 11 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Leipzig to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £148.
Distance: 397 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price | £441 Average Price |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leipzig to Salzburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Salzburg coaches for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:15 Leipzig | 9h35 | 07:50 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 02:15 Leipzig | 13h30 | 15:45 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:15 Leipzig | 11h40 | 22:55 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:55 Leipzig | 12h15 | 05:10 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leipzig to Salzburg
Buses from Leipzig to Salzburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £20 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 397 km distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 397 km |
Average bus duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Leipzig to SalzburgYou can travel by bus between Leipzig to Salzburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leipzig to Salzburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Salzburg by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and Salzburg
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
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