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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
€20
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dessau-Roßlau to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dessau-Roßlau to Leipzig will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 1 trains that leave Dessau-Roßlau for Leipzig on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 37 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.


Trains from Dessau-Roßlau to Leipzig run on average 1 times per day, taking around 50m. 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 00:35, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 37m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for Dessau-Roßlau to Leipzig trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
16109 | 9:01 AM Dessau Hbf | 0h38 | 9:39 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S2 | 9:11 AM Dessau Hbf | 0h56 | 10:07 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S8 · S2 | 9:38 AM Dessau Hbf | 0h59 | 10:37 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16115 | 12:01 PM Dessau Hbf | 0h38 | 12:39 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S2 | 12:06 PM Dessau Hbf | 1h01 | 1:07 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
16117 | 1:01 PM Dessau Hbf | 0h38 | 1:39 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S2 | 1:11 PM Dessau Hbf | 0h56 | 2:07 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S8 · S2 | 1:38 PM Dessau Hbf | 0h59 | 2:37 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Dessau-Roßlau 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 Dessau-Roßlau to Leipzig trains use the Dessau Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz. Use this guide to compare Dessau-Roßlau and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dessau 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: Erstes Dessauer Kartoffelhaus, Ristorante Castello, Athos, Asado
Wi-Fi is available at Dessau Hbf. ATMs are available at Dessau Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dessau Hbf. Information desks are available at Dessau Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dessau Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dessau Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dessau Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dessau Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Fürst Leopold Hotel.
Roßlau(Elbe) is 5 km from Dessau-Roßlau city centre. Public transport options include:
Roßlau(Elbe) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Gaststätte "Zur Biethe", Subway, Orig. - Thüringer Rostbratwurst, Magdeburger Hof
Wi-Fi is available at Roßlau(Elbe). ATMs are available at Roßlau(Elbe).
Ticket office support is available at Roßlau(Elbe). Information desks are available at Roßlau(Elbe).
Luggage storage is available at Roßlau(Elbe). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roßlau(Elbe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roßlau(Elbe): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roßlau(Elbe).
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 Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz 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 Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz. ATMs are available at Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz. Information desks are available at Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz.
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Dorint Hotel Leipzig, Marriott, Capri by Fraser.
Leipzig Völkerschlachtdenkmal is 3 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Völkerschlachtdenkmal 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: Asia-Imbiss, Ambrosia, Thüringer Rostbrat..., Coffee Choice
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Völkerschlachtdenkmal. ATMs are available at Leipzig Völkerschlachtdenkmal.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Völkerschlachtdenkmal. Information desks are available at Leipzig Völkerschlachtdenkmal.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Völkerschlachtdenkmal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Völkerschlachtdenkmal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Völkerschlachtdenkmal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Völkerschlachtdenkmal.
Nearby hotels include Jahrhunderthotel Leipzig, Balance Hotel.
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