- Must visit
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
$23
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Halle to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Halle to Leipzig will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 4 trains that leave Halle for Leipzig on Thu, Aug 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 55 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 Halle to Leipzig run on average 2 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 but you can travel from only $4 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (32 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 19 miles (32 km) |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
The table below shows live departures for Halle to Leipzig trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2447 | Delayed 8:23 AM 8:54 AMHalle(Saale) Hbf | 0h23 | 8:44 AM 8:44 AMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 6:19 AM Halle | 0h55 | 7:14 AM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:54 AM Halle | 0h23 | 7:17 AM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:54 AM Halle | 0h23 | 8:17 AM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Halle 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 Halle to Leipzig trains use the Halle(Saale) Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. Use this guide to compare Halle and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Halle(Saale) Hbf is 1 km from Halle city centre. Public transport options include:
Halle(Saale) 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: Schweizer Hof, Shiva, Maxi Bistro, Mr. Baguettkov
Wi-Fi is available at Halle(Saale) Hbf. ATMs are available at Halle(Saale) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Halle(Saale) Hbf. Information desks are available at Halle(Saale) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Halle(Saale) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Halle(Saale) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Halle(Saale) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Halle(Saale) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Schweizer Hof, Dorint Hotel.
Halle-Nietleben is 4 km from Halle city centre. Public transport options include:
Halle-Nietleben 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: Bambusstübchen, Gaststätte & Pension - Zur Quelle, Heidecafe, Quo vadis
Wi-Fi is available at Halle-Nietleben. ATMs are available at Halle-Nietleben.
Ticket office support is available at Halle-Nietleben. Information desks are available at Halle-Nietleben.
Luggage storage is available at Halle-Nietleben. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Halle-Nietleben: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Halle-Nietleben: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Halle-Nietleben.
Halle-Silberhöhe is 3 km from Halle city centre. Public transport options include:
Halle-Silberhöhe 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 Buchenweg, Reichardts Sommerfreude, Gartenrestaurant "Sonne", Kebap
Wi-Fi is available at Halle-Silberhöhe. ATMs are available at Halle-Silberhöhe.
Ticket office support is available at Halle-Silberhöhe. Information desks are available at Halle-Silberhöhe.
Luggage storage is available at Halle-Silberhöhe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Halle-Silberhöhe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Halle-Silberhöhe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Halle-Silberhöhe.
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 Bayerischer Bahnhof is 1 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof 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: El-Amir, Pata Negra, Shams Bistro, China White
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof. ATMs are available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof. Information desks are available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof.
Nearby hotels include Dorint Hotel Leipzig, Adagio, SchlafGut AppartementHotel, Gwuni Mopera.
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