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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig will cost around CHF 66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF 24.
On Mon, Nov 16, we found 42 trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 16 the direct trains cover the 494 km distance in an average of 5 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 14 m .
On Mon, Nov 16 the slowest trains will take 5 h 14 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF 18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 306 miles (494 km) distance in 5h 2m.
Distance 306 miles (494 km) |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF 18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig trains for today, Sunday, 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 374 · ICE 1559 | On time 8:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h36 | 2:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 374 · ICE 1559 · S4 | On time 8:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h49 | 2:44 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 374 · S5X | On time 8:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 6h04 | 2:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 200 · ICE 690 · S3 | On time 9:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h24 | 3:19 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 200 · ICE 690 | On time 9:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h14 | 3:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 · ICE 1651 | On time 10:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h36 | 4:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 · ICE 1651 · S4 | On time 10:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h49 | 4:44 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 372 · S5X | On time 10:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 6h04 | 4:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 108 · ICE 598 | On time 11:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h14 | 5:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 108 · ICE 598 · ICE 1506 · S5X | On time 11:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 6h02 | 5:57 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 3 transfers | |
ICE 108 · ICE 598 · S3 | On time 11:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h24 | 5:19 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 108 · ICE 598 · ICE 1506 · S5X | On time 11:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 6h04 | 5:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 3 transfers | |
ICE 370 · ICE 1653 · S4 | On time 12:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 5h50 | 6:45 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 370 · S5X | On time 12:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 6h04 | 6:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 370 · ICE 1653 | On time 12:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 5h36 | 6:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 1:21 PM Freiburg , Hauptbhf/ZOB | 10h14 | 11:35 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 106 · ICE 596 | On time 1:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 5h14 | 7:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 106 · ICE 596 · S3 | On time 1:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 5h24 | 7:19 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 278 · ICE 1655 | On time 2:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 5h36 | 8:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 278 · S5X | On time 2:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 6h04 | 8:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ICE 278 · ICE 1655 · S3 | On time 2:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 5h54 | 8:49 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 104 · ICE 594 | On time 3:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 5h14 | 9:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 276 · ICE 1657 | On time 4:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 5h36 | 10:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 60409 · S5X | On time 9:56 PM Freiburg Hbf | 7h03 | 4:59 AM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
IC 60409 | On time 9:56 PM Freiburg Hbf | 6h53 | 4:49 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 60470 · IC 2031 | On time 10:05 PM Freiburg Hbf | 10h25 | 8:30 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 60402 · ICE 698 · S5 | On time 10:13 PM Freiburg Hbf | 9h16 | 7:29 AM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
IC 60402 · ICE 698 · ICE 806 · S3 | On time 10:13 PM Freiburg Hbf | 9h06 | 7:19 AM Leipzig Markt | 3 transfers | |
IC 60402 · ICE 698 · ICE 806 | On time 10:13 PM Freiburg Hbf | 8h56 | 7:09 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
17034 · Bus RE7 · Bus RE7 · S6 | 10:42 PM Freiburg Hbf | 10h37 | 9:19 AM Leipzig Markt | 6 transfers | |
17034 · Bus RE7 · Bus RE7 · S6 | On time 10:42 PM Freiburg Hbf | 10h27 | 9:09 AM Leipzig Hbf | 5 transfers | |
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5338 · Bus RE7 · 4700 · ICE 378 | On time 12:10 AM Freiburg Hbf | 10h21 | 10:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 204 · ICE 694 · S3 | On time 5:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h24 | 11:19 AM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 204 · ICE 694 | On time 5:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h14 | 11:09 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 376 · ICE 1557 | On time 6:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h36 | 12:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 376 · ICE 1557 · S4 | On time 6:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h49 | 12:44 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
ICE 376 · S5X | On time 6:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 6h05 | 1:00 PM Leipzig Markt | 1 transfer | |
ECE 8 · ICE 692 | On time 7:27 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h42 | 1:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 8 · ICE 692 · S3 | On time 7:27 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h52 | 1:19 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
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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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Most Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig trains use the Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. Use this guide to compare Freiburg im Breisgau and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Freiburg(Breisgau) 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: Cafe Einstein, Pizzaria Picasso, Babeuf, Café Hermann
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. ATMs are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Information desks are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Oberkirch.
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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