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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
€33
Average price
€43
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greifswald to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Greifswald to Leipzig will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
It's difficult to get from Greifswald to Leipzig without transferring at least once.
ICE 839 · ICE 2589
ICE 931 · ICE 2591
33575 · 3347 · ICE 509
33575 · 3347 · ICE 1507 · IC 2443
3307 · ICE 1009 · IC 2037
ICE 931 · ICE 2591
ICE 839 · ICE 2589
33575 · 3347 · ICE 1507 · IC 2443
3307 · ICE 1009 · IC 2037
33575 · 3347 · ICE 509Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greifswald to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€48 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Greifswald to Leipzig:
A bus is €16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greifswald to Leipzig costing on average €48.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 26m.
The journey is about 20m faster (4h 18m by train vs 4h 38m by car) and roughly €9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€48 vs €57). 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
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 Greifswald 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
33575 · 3347 · ICE 509 | On time 8:44 AM Greifswald station | 5h02 | 1:46 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
33575 · 3347 · ICE 1507 · IC 2443 | On time 8:44 AM Greifswald station | 4h33 | 1:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
ICE 839 · ICE 2589 | On time 8:30 AM Greifswald station | 4h12 | 12:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Greifswald to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
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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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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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greifswald 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 Greifswald to Leipzig trains use the Greifswald to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Greifswald and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Greifswald is 1 km from Greifswald city centre. Public transport options include:
Greifswald 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: Alter Speicher, Stadtbäckerei Junge, Caféhaus Marimar, Fritz Braugasthaus
Wi-Fi is available at Greifswald. ATMs are available at Greifswald.
Ticket office support is available at Greifswald. Information desks are available at Greifswald.
Luggage storage is available at Greifswald. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Greifswald: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Greifswald: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Greifswald.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Adler, Alter Speicher, Hotel am Dom, Kronprinz.
Greifswald Süd is 1 km from Greifswald city centre. Public transport options include:
Greifswald Süd 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: Hanse Haus, Can Grill, Küche Am Gorzberg, DIE SPEISEWERFT.
Wi-Fi is available at Greifswald Süd. ATMs are available at Greifswald Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Greifswald Süd. Information desks are available at Greifswald Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Greifswald Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Greifswald Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Greifswald Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Greifswald Süd.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Hotel.
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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