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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 on Sep 19
€69
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€82
Fastest journey on Sep 19
8 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
8 h 28 m
Trains on Sep 19
8
Distance
554 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aarhus to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aarhus to Leipzig will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
It's difficult to get from Aarhus to Leipzig without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 432 · RJ 385 · ICE 605
IC 432 · RJ 385 · ICE 1603 · IC 2047
IC 414 · RJ 383 · ICE 1205
IC 424 · ECE 393 · ICE 603
IC 424 · ECE 393 · RJ 177 · ICE 1601
ICL 26 · IC 5757 · ICE 1127 · ICE 603
ICL 18 · IC 5755 · 11167 · ICE 601
IC 432 · RJ 385 · ICE 1603 · IC 2047
IC 424 · ECE 393 · RJ 177 · ICE 1601
IC 414 · RJ 383 · ICE 1205Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aarhus to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €81 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €81, while a train costs an average of €131.
Distance: 344 miles (554 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€131 Average price | €81 Average price Cheapest | €131 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 59m Average total duration Fastest 8h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 37m Average total duration 12h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Aarhus to Leipzig:
A bus is €50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aarhus to Leipzig costing on average €131.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 7m.
Tickets start at around €131 compared to roughly €131 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-0.75. The journey takes 8h 29m versus 7h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Aarhus to Leipzig trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 424 · ECE 393 · ICE 603 | Delayed 8:50 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 8h56 | 3:56 PM 3:56 PMLeipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 424 · ECE 393 · RJ 177 · ICE 1601 | On time 8:50 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 8h27 | 5:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICL 26 · IC 5757 · ICE 1127 · ICE 603 | Delayed 9:20 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 8h26 | 3:56 PM 3:56 PMLeipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 432 · RJ 385 · ICE 1603 · IC 2047 | On time 10:50 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 8h27 | 7:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 432 · RJ 385 · ICE 605 | Delayed 10:50 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 8h56 | 5:56 PM 5:56 PMLeipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICL 34 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ICE 605 | Delayed 11:20 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 8h26 | 5:56 PM 5:56 PMLeipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICL 42 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 607 | Delayed 1:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 8h26 | 7:56 PM 7:56 PMLeipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 448 · ECE 397 · ICE 609 | Delayed 2:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 9h27 | 12:15 AM 12:15 AMLeipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICL 50 · IC 5763 · 11183 · ICE 609 | Delayed 3:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 8h57 | 12:15 AM 12:15 AMLeipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 456 · ECE 399 · ICE 809 · 3363 | 4:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 10h25 | 3:15 AM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 464 · ECE 1199 · IC 2031+ 81601 | 6:50 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 13h25 | 8:15 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICL 66 · IC 5767 · 11157 · ICE 91 | On time 7:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 15h52 | 11:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICL 66 · IC 5767 · 11191 · 11295 | 7:20 PM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 12h55 | 8:15 AM Leipzig Hbf | 5 transfers | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
IC 70102 · IC 5751 · 11159 · ICE 507 | On time 3:09 AM Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 8h37 | 11:46 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Aarhus to Leipzig run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €67 but you can travel from only €46 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 344 miles (554 km) distance in 7h 11m.
Distance 344 miles (554 km) |
Average train duration 8h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €67 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 11m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Leipzig — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leipzig trip today.
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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.
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aarhus 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 Aarhus to Leipzig trains use the Aarhus Hovedbanegård to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Aarhus and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aarhus Hovedbanegård has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: McDonald's, Sunset Boulevard
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ritz Aarhus City, Scandic Aarhus City, Comwell Aarhus.
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.
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