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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
€41
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€51
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 41 m
Trains on Sep 19
3
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bielefeld to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bielefeld to Leipzig will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 3 trains from Bielefeld to Leipzig, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 276 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 26 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bielefeld to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, while a flight costs an average of €412.
Distance: 171 miles (276 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€70 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €412 Average price | €55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bielefeld to Leipzig:
A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bielefeld to Leipzig costing on average €70.
A bus is €372 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bielefeld to Leipzig costing on average €412.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 29m.
Bus takes on average 8h 41m.
Tickets start at around €70 compared to roughly €55 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-14.78. The journey takes 4h 29m versus 4h 9m 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 Bielefeld 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 |
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![]() | 9:40 AM Bielefeld | 8h09 | 5:49 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:42 PM Bielefeld | 5h11 | 5:53 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:42 PM Bielefeld | 4h07 | 5:49 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:49 PM Bielefeld | 5h42 | 11:31 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bielefeld to Leipzig run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 171 miles (276 km) distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 171 miles (276 km) |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:45 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 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.
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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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Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the Rosental with modern tasting menus, refined service and a tranquil setting in a historic building.
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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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Leipzig Hbf -> Augustusplatz, Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bielefeld 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 Bielefeld to Leipzig trains use the Bielefeld Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Bielefeld and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bielefeld 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, Mexims, Entrada, Lokma
Wi-Fi is available at Bielefeld Hbf. ATMs are available at Bielefeld Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bielefeld Hbf. Information desks are available at Bielefeld Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bielefeld Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bielefeld Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bielefeld Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bielefeld Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Wali, Altstadt Hotel Bielefeld, Hotel Stadt Bremen, Bielefelder Hof.
Brackwede is 4 km from Bielefeld city centre. Public transport options include:
Brackwede has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Brackwede.
Ticket office support is available at Brackwede. Information desks are available at Brackwede.
Luggage storage is available at Brackwede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brackwede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brackwede: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brackwede.
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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