- Must visit
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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Leipzig will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
On Thu, Nov 12, we found 71 trains from Berlin to Leipzig, including 18 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
On Thu, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Trains from Berlin to Leipzig run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
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Best time to book 70 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Berlin to Leipzig.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Leipzig trains for today, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 803 · S3 | Delayed 5:12 PM 5:54 PMBerlin Hbf | 1h55 | 7:49 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2793 · S3 | Delayed 5:12 PM 5:54 PMBerlin Hbf | 1h55 | 7:49 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 605 | Delayed 5:33 PM 6:29 PMBerlin Hbf | 1h17 | 7:46 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 605 · S5X | Delayed 5:33 PM 6:29 PMBerlin Hbf | 1h30 | 7:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1105 · IC 2233 | Delayed 6:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h38 | 7:31 PM 7:31 PMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 677 · S5 | On time 6:43 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h44 | 8:27 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 677 · S5 | On time 6:43 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h46 | 8:29 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 697 | On time 7:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h15 | 8:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 697 · S5X | On time 7:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h32 | 8:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1605 · S5 | 7:36 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h53 | 9:29 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1605 · S5 | 7:36 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h51 | 9:27 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 805 · IC 2045 | On time 7:53 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h38 | 9:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 805 · S3 | 7:53 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h56 | 9:49 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 607 | 8:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h17 | 9:46 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 607 · S5X | 8:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h31 | 10:00 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1107 · S5 | On time 8:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h50 | 10:27 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1107 · S5 | On time 8:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h52 | 10:29 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
IC 60408 · S2 | On time 8:52 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 10:39 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
IC 60408 · S2 | On time 8:52 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h49 | 10:41 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 699 | 9:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h20 | 10:47 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 699 · S4 | 9:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h38 | 11:05 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 609 | On time 10:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h18 | 11:47 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 609 · S4 | On time 10:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h36 | 12:05 AM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 905 | On time 11:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h27 | 12:56 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 905 · S5 | On time 11:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h56 | 1:25 AM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 503 | On time 6:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h17 | 7:46 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 503 · S5X | On time 6:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h30 | 7:59 AM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 279 · S5 | On time 6:43 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h44 | 8:27 AM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 279 · S5 | On time 6:43 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 8:30 AM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 595 | On time 7:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h15 | 8:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 595 · S5X | On time 7:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h32 | 8:59 AM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1503 · S5 | On time 7:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h50 | 9:27 AM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1503 · S5 | On time 7:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h52 | 9:29 AM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1503 · S5 · S2 | On time 7:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 2h02 | 9:39 AM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 703 · IC 2447 | On time 7:55 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h37 | 9:32 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 505 | On time 8:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h17 | 9:46 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 505 · S5X | On time 8:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h30 | 9:59 AM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 371 · S5 | On time 8:43 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h44 | 10:27 AM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 371 · S5 | On time 8:43 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h46 | 10:29 AM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 597 | On time 9:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h15 | 10:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 597 · S5X | On time 9:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h32 | 10:59 AM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 91 | On time 9:55 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h17 | 11:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 91 · S5 | On time 9:55 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h34 | 11:29 AM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 507 | On time 10:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h17 | 11:46 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 507 · S5X | On time 10:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h30 | 11:59 AM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1007 · IC 2235 | On time 10:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h38 | 12:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 373 · S5 | On time 10:43 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h44 | 12:27 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 373 · S5 | On time 10:43 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h46 | 12:29 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 599 | On time 11:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h15 | 12:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 599 · S5X | On time 11:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h33 | 1:00 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1507 · S5 | On time 11:36 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h51 | 1:27 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1507 · S5 | On time 11:36 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h53 | 1:29 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 707 · S3 | On time 11:55 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h54 | 1:49 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 509 | On time 12:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h17 | 1:46 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 509 · S5X | On time 12:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h30 | 1:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 375 · S5 | On time 12:43 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h44 | 2:27 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 375 · S5 · S2 | On time 12:43 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h54 | 2:37 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 375 · S5 | On time 12:43 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h46 | 2:29 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 375 · S5 · S2 | On time 12:43 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h56 | 2:39 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 691 | On time 1:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h15 | 2:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 691 · S5X | On time 1:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h32 | 2:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1205 | On time 1:56 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h17 | 3:13 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1205 · S5 | On time 1:56 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h33 | 3:29 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 601 | On time 2:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h17 | 3:46 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 601 · S5X | On time 2:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h30 | 3:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 377 · S5 · S2 | On time 2:43 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h56 | 4:39 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 377 · S5 · S2 | On time 2:43 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h54 | 4:37 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 2 transfers | |
ICE 377 · S5 | On time 2:43 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h46 | 4:29 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 377 · S5 | On time 2:43 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h44 | 4:27 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 693 | On time 3:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h15 | 4:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 693 · S5X | On time 3:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h32 | 4:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1601 · S5 | On time 3:36 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h51 | 5:27 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1601 · S5 | On time 3:36 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h54 | 5:30 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 801 · IC 2049 | On time 3:55 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h37 | 5:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 801 · S3 | On time 3:55 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h54 | 5:49 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 801 · IC 2049 · S4 | On time 3:55 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h50 | 5:45 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 603 | On time 4:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h17 | 5:46 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 603 · S5X | On time 4:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h30 | 5:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1103 · IC 2239 | On time 4:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h38 | 6:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 379 · S5 | On time 4:43 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h44 | 6:27 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 379 · S5 | On time 4:43 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h46 | 6:29 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 695 | On time 5:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h15 | 6:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 695 · S5X | On time 5:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h32 | 6:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1603 · IC 2047 | On time 5:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h54 | 7:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1603 · S5 | On time 5:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h52 | 7:29 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1603 · S5 · S2 | On time 5:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 2h02 | 7:39 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1603 · S5 | On time 5:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h50 | 7:27 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 transfer | |
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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.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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 Berlin to Leipzig trains use the Berlin Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz 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: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Berlin Gesundbrunnen is 3 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Gesundbrunnen 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: La Femme, Insel Snack, Curry-Baude, BAK Breakfast House
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. ATMs are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Information desks are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Luisenbad, Citylight Hotel, Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte.
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 Markt 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: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
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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