The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Leipzig
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
150 km
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 $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 4 trains that leave Berlin for Leipzig on Sun, Nov 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.
ICE 703
ICE 93
ICE 705
ICE 507
ICE 93
ICE 507
ICE 703
ICE 705Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Berlin to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
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2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Berlin to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Leipzig trains for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 703 | On time 7:36 AM Berlin Hbf | 2h06 | 9:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 93 | On time 8:12 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h56 | 10:08 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 507 | On time 8:45 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h57 | 10:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 705 | On time 9:24 AM Berlin Hbf | 2h18 | 11:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Leipzig
Trains from Berlin to Leipzig run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Berlin to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Berlin and Leipzig from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Leipzig
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin to Leipzig
- Wernesgrüner B
- Steakhaus Barbecue
- TreBo
- Thai-A-Dong
- Hotel Karlshorst
- Allee-Hotel Berlin
- Mit-Mensch
- AVCI Bistro
- Restaurant Athos
- Yoko Sushi
- Payamlino Bistro
- Hotel Nova
- Pension Adamshof
- Pension Zum Lichtenberger
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
- Haus der 100 Biere
- Ach!NikO!Ach!
- Ristorante Salve
- Mommsen-Eck
- Hotel Orion
- Come Inn Berlin Kurfürstendamm Opera
- Ku’ Damm 101 Design-Hotel Berlin
- EnergieHotel
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- Fook Lam Mun
- Schützen-Wirtin
- Loretta am Wannsee
- Lorettas Almhütte
- Bonverde am Wannsee
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Kouzina
- Aida
- Madame Ngo
- Thanh Long
- Air in Berlin Hotel
- City Ansbach
- Hotel Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof
- Hotel Classic
- Saigon Kitchen 1985
- Agostino
- Friedhard's
- Genç
- Haus Gotland
- Viet Duc
- Knossos
- Karow Döner
- Kaffeehaus Madlen
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- La Femme
- Insel Snack
- Curry-Baude
- BAK Breakfast House
- Hotel am Luisenbad
- Citylight Hotel
- Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Potsdamer Straße.
- Vapiano
- Lindenbräu am Potsdamer Platz
- The Curtain Club
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Crowne Plaza Berlin – Potsdamer Platz
- The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin
- Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: shopping and dining area
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S25, S26
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Mammam
- Der Alte Fritz
- Carambar
- Da Vincenzo
- Art’otel Berlin Mitte
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel ibis Berlin Mitte
- Hotel Casa Camper Berlin
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Soul Sushi Berlin Mitte
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- Maritim proArte Hotel Berlin
- Pizzafabrik.de
- Dolce Vita
- Drachen Bistro
- Linden Grillhaus
- Pizzeria Dilara
- Asia Snack
- Il Nuovo
- El Buen Gusto
- Aashish
- Tropica Grillhaus
- Subway
- Milchgesicht
- Gold Hotel
- Kiez Pension
- Georghof Hotel Berlin
- Hotel Bolgerini Inn
- Atrium
- Fero´s Pizzeria
- Zum Bohnsdorfer Eck
- Steakhaus Montero
- Meininger Berlin Airport
- Hotel & Restaurant Plovdiv
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Der Alte Fritz
- Carambar
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- Bei Lydia
- Mammam
- Carambar
- Da Vincenzo
- Park Plaza Wallstreet
- Living Hotel Großer Kurfürst
- Art’otel Berlin Mitte
- Living Hotel Berlin-Mitte
- Burger King
- Wok & Grill
- La Laconda
- Viet Bowl
- Vienna House Easy
- Marzano
- Erdo Bistro
- Betriebskantine
- Steakhouse Marzahn
- Soul Sushi Berlin Mitte
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Subway
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- India Spice
- Jelänger Jelieber
- JAS
- Schneeweiß
- Hotel Victoria
- A&O Berlin Friedrichshain
- Zweistrom
- Tijuana
- SowohlAlsAuch
- Akemi
- Holiday Inn Berlin City Center East - Prenzlauer Allee
- 1a pension apartment berlin
- Zarenhof
- Konditorei & Eiscafé Engel
- Marzano
- Syrtaki
- Erdo Bistro
- Sida
- Hee Lam Mun
- Landhaus Botanischer Garten
- La Fattoria
- Hotel Steglitz International
- LebensArt
- Kouzina
- Aida
- Madame Ngo
- Come Inn Berlin Kurfürstendamm Opera
- Motel One Berlin-Ku'Damm
- Hecker's Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Berlin Ku'damm
- Restaurant Freischwimmer
- Melissa
- Hafengarten
- Löcknitz-Forelle Imbiß
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Espresso House
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- Maritim proArte Hotel Berlin
- Hangmee
- Restaurant Freischwimmer
- Schneeweiß
- Eatalian
- East Side Hotel
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Hotel Klassik Berlin
- Michelberger Hotel
- La Pergola
- Paella
- Haus der 100 Biere
- Ach!NikO!Ach!
- Ku’ Damm 101 Design-Hotel Berlin
- Ivbergs Hotel
- Aspria Spa + Sporting Club + Hotel
- Landmark eco Hotel Berlin
- Caffè Kamee
- Oase Adlershof
- Gerdan's Café
- Esskultur
- Airporthotel Berlin - Adlershof
- ADAPT APARTMENTS Berlin GmbH
- L'Annam
- Das Café
- Müggelschlößchen
- Tresoli
- Bölsche 126
- Gaststätte zur S-Bahn
- Gasthof zum Oberfeld
- Mac Kebab
- Asia Koy Restaurant
- Gasthaus & Pension Domino
- Hotel B1 Tourist
- Asiagourmet
- Bistro Bonjour
- Thang Long
- Center-Grill
- Shaan
- Restaurant Louis
- Su Nuraghe
- Restaurant Villa Rixdorf
- OYO Hotel Bohemia
- Motel Plus Berlin
- Kaffeehaus Blankenburg
- Buchholz City Kebap Haus
- Thanh Binh
- Prime Kebab
- Café Nord
- Berliner Grillhaus
- El Pasto
- Chinarestaurant Hey Cheuk Lau
- Gabana
- Café Schlacht
- Seestern
- Taverna Pikilia
- Aao Ji Restaurant
- Asteria
- Ratskeller Köpenick
- Pizzawerk
- Fisherman's
- Trattoria Monticchiello
- Marians Imbiss
- Ristorante Da Guiliano
- Alt Tegel
- WaschBar mit Stephanus-Shop
- Kranhauscafé
- Coffeebar
- Artemis
- McDonald's
- Risa Chicken
- Betriebskantine
- Birecik Döner Kebab
- Hotel Alt-Tempelhof
- Appartements Eisemann
- Schleusenkrug
- Weinwirtschaft in der Akademie der Künste
- Café Viktoria
- Marjan Grill
- Hansablick Garni
- Hotel Indigo Berlin Ku'damm
- Novum Style Hotel Berlin-Centrum
- SO/ Berlin Das Stue
- Pizzafabrik.de
- Dolce Vita
- Mac's Bistro
- Drachen Bistro
- Efes
- Café Lebensart
- Piazza Fontana
- Restaurant Dubrovnik
- Dalmacija
- Schlemmerküche
- Pizzaria Tamara
- Pula-Grill
- Hotel Bongard
- Döner Zimmer
- Café Kent
- Silber Cafe Bar
- Balgaran 2
- OYO Hotel Bohemia
- Motel Plus Berlin
- Lagunen-Eck
- Ristorante Da Giovanni
- Püttbaude
- Cancún
- Rocco
- Palace
- Opera Italiana
- Brandies Hotel Berlin Messe
- Hotel Amelie
- Queen’s Park Hotel
- Hotel Kaiser
- Mario
- Heidelbeere
- Vuisine
- Schnitzelei
- Arema
- Darbar
- Beussel Grill
- Pizzeria Europa
- Alfa Hotel Berlin
- Sickinger Hof
- Hotel garni Aaberna
- Excellent Apartments
- Coffee Star
- Uferlos
- Sotto
- Julius
- Eigenart Appartements
- Arena Inn
- Shaan
- Restaurant Louis
- Kiez-Bäckerei
- Su Nuraghe
- Estrel Berlin
- Bistro Waldschulallee
- Funkturm-Restaurant
- Messesnack Kleiner Stern
- La Forchetta
- Papa Grill
- Tumabé
- DoubleEye
- Yogi-Haus
- Hotel Schöneberg
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Bus: Several lines available
- TD Imbiss
- Bistro Cleopatra
- Bistro mit Internet
- Calla Pizza
- Moertelwerk
- Dominos Plagwitz
- Neuland West
- Old Rebel
- Plagwitzer Hof
- Music Hostel im Noch Besser Leben
- Athos
- Zur Standuhr
- Fortuna Klause
- Zappendorfer Wurstmacher
- Grüne Aue
- Altes Gambrinus
- Katharina
- Bajwa´s Pizzaservice
- Cafe Knauthain - Pizzeria
- Imbiss 54
- Döner Alanya
- Carl von Clausewitz
- Asia Wok Bistro - fernöstliche Spezialitäten
- Zur Marketenderin
- Bistro Sipa
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
- Papa John's
- Eiscafé Florenz
- Gaststätte Volksgesundung
- Biroya
- Nori
- Asia Imbiss
- Globus Döner
- Asia-Imbiss
- Hotel Berlin
- Jahrhunderthotel Leipzig
- Balance Hotel
- Heimatscholle
- Akropol Olympia
- China-Bistro Yangtse
- Snackpoint L.E.
- La mia pizza
- Eis fichte MCL
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- El-Amir
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- China White
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Adagio
- SchlafGut AppartementHotel
- Gwuni Mopera
- Zum Pferdestall
- Gulaschkanone
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with multiple entry points around the station.
- Restaurant Weinstock
- Auerbachs Keller
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- Leipzig Marriott Hotel
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-12 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 7, 10, 12, 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Eiscafe Miltitz
- Telepizza
- Plovdiver Sterneneck
- Biergarten Herzberg
- Grünauer Krug
- Apollon
- Alte Salzstraße
- Restaurant Dubrovnik
- Rhodos
- Kulturhaus Eutritzsch
- Asia Bistro Express
- Crossi Snack
- Asia-Imbiss
- Ambrosia
- Thüringer Rostbrat...
- Coffee Choice
- Jahrhunderthotel Leipzig
- Balance Hotel
- Moertelwerk
- Konditorei und Cafe Krüsmann
- Am Kanal
- Gallo Negro
- Plagwitzer Hof
- Hotel Astoria
- Merseburger Hof
- Pension Leipzig Georgplatz
- Pizza-Turm
- Grünauer Krug
- Neuland West
- Apollon
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Marriott
- Capri by Fraser
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