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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
€63
Average price
€139
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 8 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
525 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Graz to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Graz to Leipzig will cost around €139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €63.
It's difficult to get from Graz to Leipzig without transferring at least 3 times.
RJX 52+
RJ 478+
RE50
EC 206 · EC 280+
RJ 176+
IC 2444
RJ 859+
EC 102+
RJ 276+
EC 458
RJX 254+
RJ 174+
IC 2446
RJ 659 · RJ 244+
EC 458
EC 206 · EC 280+
RJ 176+
IC 2444
ICE 116 · ICE 1214 · ICE 784 · ICE 2584
RJX 137 · RJX 60+
ICE 1002 · ICE 1655
RJX 133 · RJX 62+
ICE 1000 · ICE 1657
RJ 859+
EC 102+
RJ 276+
EC 458Trains from Graz to Leipzig run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €34 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 326 miles (525 km) distance in 9h 12m.
Distance 326 miles (525 km) |
Average train duration 9h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 9h 12m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Graz to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 206 · EC 280+ RJ 176+ IC 2444 | 5:36 AM Graz Hbf | 10h55 | 4:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 254+ RJ 174+ IC 2446 | 6:41 AM Graz Hbf | 11h50 | 6:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 137+ IC 796+ RJX 60+ ICE 1002 | 9:22 AM Graz Hbf | 11h09 | 8:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RJ 659 · RJ 244+ EC 458 | 10:00 AM Graz Hbf | 12h18 | 10:18 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 116 · ICE 1214 · ICE 784 · ICE 2584 | 10:00 AM Graz Hbf | 11h09 | 9:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJ 859+ EC 102+ RJ 276+ EC 458 | 11:00 AM Graz Hbf | 11h18 | 10:18 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 133+ IC 794+ RJX 62+ ICE 1000 | 11:22 AM Graz Hbf | 11h09 | 10:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RJX 52+ RJ 478+ RE50 | 4:41 PM Graz Hbf | 13h09 | 5:50 AM Leipzig Hbf | 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.
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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.
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 Graz 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 Graz to Leipzig trains use the Graz Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite. Use this guide to compare Graz and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Graz Hbf is 2 km from Graz city centre. Public transport options include:
Graz Hbf 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 Don Camillo, Der Steirer
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Graz Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Graz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Graz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Graz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Graz Hbf: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Graz-Hbf, Hotel Daniel Graz, Ibis Graz.
Graz Don Bosco is 2 km from Graz city centre. Public transport options include:
Graz Don Bosco has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Graz Don Bosco.
ATMs are available at Graz Don Bosco.
Available at Graz Don Bosco: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Graz Don Bosco: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Graz Don Bosco.
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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