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Museum der bildenden Künste
Leipzig’s major fine arts museum with strong German painting, modern works, and a bright contemporary building in the city center.
Cheapest price
€97
Average price
€125
Fastest journey
5 h 13 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
444 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen to Leipzig will cost around €125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €97.
It's difficult to get from Aachen to Leipzig without transferring at least once.
26417 · ICE 549 · ICE 2595
10909 · 17410 · IC 2155 · ICE 2590
26813 · ICE 27 · ICE 838 · ICE 506
ICE 13 · ICE 2013 · ICE 2588
10909 · ICE 621 · ICE 930 · ICE 508
ICE 13 · ICE 2590
ICE 15 · ICE 2588
10909 · ICE 621 · ICE 930 · ICE 508
10913 · ICE 625 · ICE 838 · ICE 506
10909 · 17410 · IC 2155 · ICE 2590Trains from Aachen to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 275 miles (444 km) distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 275 miles (444 km) |
Average train duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 70 days |
The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
10909 · ICE 621 · ICE 930 · ICE 508 | On time 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 5h46 | 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
10909 · 17410 · IC 2155 · ICE 2590 | On time 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 6h51 | 3:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
26813 · ICE 27 · ICE 838 · ICE 506 | On time 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 7h13 | 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 13 · ICE 2590 | Delayed 8:00 AM 9:56 AMAachen Hbf | 5h13 | 3:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 13 · ICE 2013 · ICE 2588 | Delayed 8:00 AM 9:56 AMAachen Hbf | 7h13 | 5:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
10913 · ICE 625 · ICE 838 · ICE 506 | On time 10:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 5h46 | 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
26417 · ICE 549 · ICE 2595 | On time 11:21 AM Aachen Hbf | 7h21 | 6:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 15 · ICE 2588 | Delayed 10:00 AM 11:56 AMAachen Hbf | 5h13 | 5:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 15 · IC 2544 · ICE 596 | Delayed 10:00 AM 11:56 AMAachen Hbf | 7h13 | 7:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Leipzig’s major fine arts museum with strong German painting, modern works, and a bright contemporary building in the city center.
Immersive museum on Leipzig’s role in East Germany’s Peaceful Revolution. Essential for understanding 1989 and modern German democracy.
Bach’s former residence and museum, presenting manuscripts, instruments, and Leipzig’s central role in his life and work.
Leipzig’s central square framed by historic buildings, arcades, and markets. A natural starting point for exploring the old town on foot.
Major city square with dramatic architecture, fountains, opera, and concert hall. Best for urban views and Leipzig’s cultural heart.
Former cotton mill transformed into one of Europe’s notable art districts. Explore galleries, studios, and Leipzig’s influential contemporary scene.
Leipzig’s signature mixed vegetable dish with peas, carrots, asparagus and morel mushrooms, often enriched with crayfish butter. A classic Saxon specialty.
A clear broth with small semolina dumplings. This simple soup is a long-standing Saxon home-style favorite served in Leipzig and the region.
A hearty Saxon potato soup, often made with root vegetables and marjoram, sometimes served with sausage. A comforting everyday dish in the region.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the Rosental with modern tasting menus, refined service and a tranquil setting in a historic building.
Well-known restaurant and inn by the monument, popular for hearty Saxon food and local beer in a warm, traditional setting.
Historic Auerbachs Keller serves classic Saxon and German dishes in a famous vaulted cellar linked to Goethe and Leipzig tradition.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, making Leipzig good value for city breaks.
Tip about 5-10% in restaurants or round up the bill. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Leipzig Hbf -> Augustusplatz, Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen to Leipzig by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aachen to Leipzig trains use the Aachen Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Messe. Use this guide to compare Aachen and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aachen Hbf is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Louisiana, Dakashi sushi, Zitalia
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen Hbf. ATMs are available at Aachen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen Hbf. Information desks are available at Aachen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Bestprice Hotel.
Aachen West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Chico Mendes, Pizzeria Pont Pascha, Vielharmonie, Polonia
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen West. ATMs are available at Aachen West.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen West. Information desks are available at Aachen West.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen West.
Aachen-Rothe Erde is 2 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen-Rothe Erde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Eiscafé am Elsassplatz, Kennedy Grill, Közde Kebap, Imbiss & Kneipe, Zeppelin Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. ATMs are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Information desks are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
Leipzig Messe is 6 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Messe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Dönerhaus, Grand Canyon, Graf Zeppelin, Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Messe. ATMs are available at Leipzig Messe.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Messe. Information desks are available at Leipzig Messe.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Messe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Messe.
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