Berlin to Leipzig: Road Trip Guide & Distance

92.6 miles 149.1 km · straight line
117.6 miles actual route 189.3 km · driving distance
2h 9min estimated drive time
€20 - €25 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
209° SSW bearing direction

How far is Berlin from Leipzig?

The distance from Berlin to Leipzig is 92.6 miles (149.1 km) as the crow flies. Leipzig is located SSW of Berlin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 117.6 miles, taking about 2h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in Germany.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Berlin and Leipzig. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Berlin to Leipzig

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 9min €20 - €25 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 35min $9–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 3min $14–$41* Comfort

Quick Facts

Berlin
52.52°N, 13.40°E
Europe/Berlin
34m elevation
Leipzig
51.34°N, 12.37°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 268.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM