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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 07
$171
Average ticket price on Sep 07
$291
Fastest journey on Sep 07
7 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 07
7 h 59 m
Trains on Sep 07
33
Distance
544 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolzano to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolzano to Leipzig will cost around $291 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $171.
It's difficult to get from Bolzano to Leipzig without transferring at least once.
R 17104 · S 3 · RJ 286 · ICE 506
Regionale 16650+
RJX 186+
RJ 286 · ICE 506
Regionale 17100+
RJX 186+
RJ 286 · ICE 506
Regionale 16164+
RJX 186+
RJ 286 · ICE 506
RJ 88 · ICE 504
RJ 88 · ICE 504
RJ 86 · ICE 502
RJ 84 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657
R 17104 · S 3 · RJ 286 · ICE 506
RJ 84 · ICE 700Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolzano to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $63 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, while a flight costs an average of $272.
Distance: 338 miles (544 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$103 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $272 Average price | $175 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 59m Average total duration Fastest 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bolzano to Leipzig:
A bus is $40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolzano to Leipzig costing on average $103.
A bus is $209 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bolzano to Leipzig costing on average $272.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 29m.
Bus takes on average 9h 50m.
The journey is about 26m faster (7h 29m by train vs 7h 55m by car) and roughly $72 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($103 vs $175). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bolzano to Leipzig trains for today, Sunday, September 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 86 · ICE 502 | Delayed 10:46 AM 12:34 PMBolzano/Bozen | 7h30 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, September 7 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3461+ RJ 86 · ICE 502 | On time 5:00 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 15h04 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3461+ RJ 88 · ICE 504 | On time 5:00 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 13h04 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8505+ RJ 88 · ICE 504 | On time 5:12 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 12h52 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16691+ RJ 88 · ICE 504 | On time 5:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 12h28 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16691+ RJ 84 · ICE 700 | On time 5:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 17h56 | 11:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16691+ RJ 86 · ICE 502 | On time 5:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 14h28 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8513+ RJ 84 · ICE 700 | On time 5:50 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 17h42 | 11:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8513+ RJ 88 · ICE 504 | On time 5:50 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 12h14 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8513+ RJ 86 · ICE 502 | On time 5:50 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 14h14 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16650+ RJX 186+ RJ 286 · ICE 506 | On time 6:02 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 10h02 | 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16031+ RJ 84 · ICE 700 | On time 6:20 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 17h12 | 11:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16031+ RJ 86 · ICE 502 | On time 6:20 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 13h44 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16031+ RJ 88 · ICE 504 | On time 6:20 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 11h44 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16164+ RJX 186+ RJ 286 · ICE 506 | On time 6:32 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 9h32 | 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16659+ RJ 86 · ICE 502 | On time 6:34 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 13h30 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16659+ RJ 84 · ICE 700 | On time 6:34 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 16h58 | 11:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17100+ RJX 186+ RJ 286 · ICE 506 | On time 7:02 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 9h02 | 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8507+ RJ 86 · ICE 502 | On time 7:12 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 12h52 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8507+ RJ 88 · ICE 504 | On time 7:12 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 10h52 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3463+ RJ 86 · ICE 502 | On time 7:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 12h33 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16663+ RJ 86 · ICE 502 | On time 7:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 12h28 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16663+ RJ 84 · ICE 700 | On time 7:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 15h56 | 11:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 17104 · S 3 · RJ 286 · ICE 506 | On time 8:02 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 8h02 | 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16033+ RJ 84 · ICE 700 | On time 8:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 15h01 | 11:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16033+ RJ 86 · ICE 502 | On time 8:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 11h33 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16667+ RJ 84 · ICE 700 | On time 8:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 14h56 | 11:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9721+ RJ 84 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | On time 8:45 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 13h46 | 10:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9721+ RJ 86 · ICE 502 | On time 8:45 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 11h19 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9721+ RJ 84 · ICE 700 | On time 8:45 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 14h47 | 11:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 88 · ICE 504 | On time 10:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 7h28 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bolzano to Leipzig run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 but you can travel from only $43 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 338 miles (544 km) distance in 7h 28m.
Distance 338 miles (544 km) |
Average train duration 7h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 28m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 10:55 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.
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 Bolzano 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 Bolzano to Leipzig trains use the Bolzano-Bozen to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite. Use this guide to compare Bolzano and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bolzano-Bozen is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano-Bozen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Laurin, Restaurant Anita
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano-Bozen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Laurin, Hotel Greif, Four Points by Sheraton Bolzano.
Bolzano Sud is 2 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano Sud has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bolzano Sud.
ATMs are available at Bolzano Sud.
Available at Bolzano Sud: Parking, WC.
Available at Bolzano Sud: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano Sud.
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 Hbf, Ostseite has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Weinstock, Auerbachs Keller
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, Leipzig Marriott Hotel, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
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