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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
€75
Average price
€78
Fastest journey
5 h 33 m
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leer to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leer to Leipzig will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €75.
Of the 8 trains that leave Leer for Leipzig on Wed, Aug 05, 6 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 395 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 33 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 34 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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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leer to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €168.
Distance: 245 miles (395 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€68 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €330 Average price | €71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leer to Leipzig:
A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leer to Leipzig costing on average €68.
A bus is €287 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leer to Leipzig costing on average €330.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 34m.
Bus takes on average 9h 15m.
Tickets start at around €68 compared to roughly €71 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €3. The journey takes 5h 34m versus 5h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Leer to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:41 AM Leer | 5h34 | 10:15 AM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:41 AM Leer | 5h33 | 12:14 PM Leipzig | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:41 AM Leer | 5h34 | 2:15 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:41 AM Leer | 5h34 | 4:15 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:41 PM Leer | 5h34 | 6:15 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:41 PM Leer | 5h34 | 8:15 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:41 PM Leer | 5h34 | 10:15 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Leer to Leipzig run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average train duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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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.
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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 Leer 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 Leer to Leipzig trains use the Leer(Ostfriesl) to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. Use this guide to compare Leer and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leer(Ostfriesl) 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 Extrablatt, Mamma Mia, Kaffeebohne, Tai Shan
Wi-Fi is available at Leer(Ostfriesl). ATMs are available at Leer(Ostfriesl).
Ticket office support is available at Leer(Ostfriesl). Information desks are available at Leer(Ostfriesl).
Luggage storage is available at Leer(Ostfriesl). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leer(Ostfriesl): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leer(Ostfriesl): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leer(Ostfriesl).
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sophien-Cafe, Am Markt, Hotel Frisia, Oberledinger Hof.
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.
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