Chemnitz to Leipzig distance
The distance from Chemnitz (Germany) to Leipzig (Germany) is 83 km by road, with a driving time of about 1 h 4 min. The straight-line distance is 69 km (43 miles); Leipzig lies to the NNW of Chemnitz.
Reverse direction: Leipzig to Chemnitz distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 69 km | 35 min |
| Car (road) | 83 km | 1 h 4 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Chemnitz to Leipzig would cost roughly 174–230 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 83 km by road.
Estimated cost of a regular metered taxi under the municipal tariff (base fare + per-kilometre rate, 2026). Tariffs are set per municipality by ordinance and may differ; only the meter in the vehicle is binding. Not a booking, no guarantee.
Chemnitz
Chemnitz is located in Sachsen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 50° 49′ 41.60″ N, 12° 55′ 15.08″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 50.83 |
| Longitude | 12.92 |
| Region | Sachsen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 245,618 |
Leipzig
Leipzig is located in Sachsen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 51° 20′ 22.90″ N, 12° 22′ 23.07″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 51.34 |
| Longitude | 12.37 |
| Region | Sachsen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 611,850 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Chemnitz and Leipzig is at 51.08° N, 12.65° E.
The nearest town is Geithain, Landkreis Leipzig, Sachsen — about 34 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Chemnitz from Leipzig?
By car it is 83 km, with a driving time of about 1 h 4 min. The straight-line distance between Chemnitz and Leipzig is 69 kilometres (43 miles or 37 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Chemnitz to Leipzig?
The driving distance is 83 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 1 h 4 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Leipzig from Chemnitz?
Leipzig lies to the NNW (326°) as seen from Chemnitz.
How long is a flight from Chemnitz to Leipzig?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 35 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Chemnitz to Leipzig cost?
Over 83 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Chemnitz to Leipzig would cost roughly 174–230 € under the municipal tariff — base fare plus per-kilometre rate, 2026. Surcharges, waiting time and luggage are not included; only the meter in the vehicle is binding.
Distances from Chemnitz
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Chemnitz → Dresden | 76 km |
| Chemnitz → Karlovy Vary | 88 km |
| Chemnitz → Jena | 109 km |
| Chemnitz → Weimar | 134 km |
| Chemnitz → Halle (Saale) | 136 km |
| Chemnitz → Erfurt | 152 km |
| Chemnitz → Prague | 161 km |
| Chemnitz → Wittenberg | 162 km |
Distances from Leipzig
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Leipzig → Halle (Saale) | 40 km |
| Leipzig → Wittenberg | 70 km |
| Leipzig → Jena | 94 km |
| Leipzig → Dresden | 113 km |
| Leipzig → Magdeburg | 122 km |
| Leipzig → Quedlinburg | 126 km |
| Leipzig → Weimar | 129 km |
| Leipzig → Erfurt | 147 km |