How to get to Strasbourg from Leipzig

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Compare train, coach and flight for Leipzig to Strasbourg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Strasbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, while a train costs an average of £59.

Distance: 451 km

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£59

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£83

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5h 45m

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11h 0m

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6h 26m

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0.5 - 1.1kg

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Compare ways to travel from Leipzig to Strasbourg

Compare the available ways to get from Leipzig to Strasbourg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Strasbourg is a coach with an average price of £42.

This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Strasbourg:

A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Strasbourg costing on average £59.

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Strasbourg is by train with an average journey time of 5h 45m.

Other travel options to Strasbourg take longer:

Coach takes on average 11h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leipzig and Strasbourg including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 11m faster (5h 15m by train vs 6h 26m by car) and roughly £24 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£59 vs £83). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Leipzig to Strasbourg

How to get to Strasbourg from Leipzig by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Leipzig to Strasbourg is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 597+TGVTGV 9580
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Other options

  • Deutsche BahnS5X · ICE 373+Südwestdeutsche Verkehrs-AG87446
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  • Deutsche BahnS5X · ICE 371+Südwestdeutsche Verkehrs-AG87438
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  • Deutsche BahnS3 · ICE 597+TGVTGV 9580
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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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  • Air DolomitiLH153+LufthansaLH1046+SNCF | TGV INOUI5480
    2 changes
  • LufthansaLH159 · LH1046+SNCF | TGV INOUI5480
    2 changes
  • Air DolomitiLH153+LufthansaLH1046+SNCF | TGV INOUI9874
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Best day trips from Strasbourg by train

The most popular day trips by train from Strasbourg are Colmar, Kehl, Mulhouse, Sélestat and Metz. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Strasbourg on Omio.

A view of Colmar

Day trip from Strasbourg to Colmar by train

Why visit Colmar for the day?

Colmar is known for its colourful half-timbered houses, canals and distinctly Alsatian character. Its old centre, wine culture and the Unterlinden Museum give it a strong sense of place.

A view of Kehl

Day trip from Strasbourg to Kehl by train

Why visit Kehl for the day?

Kehl is a border town on the Rhine opposite Strasbourg, known for its strong French-German character. Riverside parks and the Passerelle des Deux Rives give it an open, easygoing feel.

A view of Mulhouse

Day trip from Strasbourg to Mulhouse by train

Why visit Mulhouse for the day?

Mulhouse is an eastern French city shaped by textile wealth and a strong industrial past. It is best known for major car and rail museums, with painted facades and lively squares adding local character.

A view of Sélestat

Day trip from Strasbourg to Sélestat by train

Why visit Sélestat for the day?

Sélestat is an Alsatian town known for its old centre, humanist library and early Christmas tree tradition. With historic churches, half-timbered streets and a calm setting between Strasbourg and Colmar, it feels rooted in the Rhine plain.

A view of Metz

Day trip from Strasbourg to Metz by train

Why visit Metz for the day?

Metz is known for its golden-stone streets, Saint-Étienne Cathedral and a heritage shaped by both France and Germany. The compact centre, riverbanks and Centre Pompidou-Metz give the city a calm, cultured feel.

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FAQs: Leipzig to Strasbourg

Travel to Strasbourg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leipzig to Strasbourg.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Leipzig and Strasbourg including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Strasbourg is a coach with an average price of £42.

This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Strasbourg:

A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Strasbourg costing on average £59.

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Strasbourg is by train with an average journey time of 5h 45m.

Other travel options to Strasbourg take longer:

Coach takes on average 11h 0m.

The Leipzig to Strasbourg distance is approximately 451 km.
The average frequency per day from Leipzig to Strasbourg is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leipzig and Strasbourg as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leipzig to Strasbourg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Leipzig Hbf and arrive in Strasbourg station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Leipzig, Hbf and arrive in Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leipzig to Strasbourg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Strasbourg by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, TGV to go to Strasbourg by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Leipzig to Strasbourg with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
  • 0 direct trains per day with TGV.
Omio customers who travel from Leipzig to Strasbourg often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Colmar, Basel, Nice, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Strasbourg and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Leipzig to Strasbourg, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Strasbourg, visitors can explore vibrant local markets with fresh produce and regional specialties, take a boat tour along the Ill River for unique views of the city's architecture, visit the Alsatian Museum for insights into cultural heritage, enjoy a wine tasting tour in the nearby Alsace wine region, and attend a performance at the Opéra National du Rhin. Must-see sights include the Strasbourg Cathedral, Petite France, Palais Rohan, the European Parliament, and Barrage Vauban, each offering rich historical and visual experiences.
Two to three days in Strasbourg should be sufficient to explore the city's main attractions, including the historic centre, La Petite France, the Strasbourg Cathedral, and the European institutions.

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