The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
It's difficult to get from Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld without transferring at least 2 times.
11:36 PM1h51Leipzig1:27 AMS Schönefeld (bei Berlin)$641One-way2 transfers
11:36 PM1h51Leipzig1:27 AMS Schönefeld (bei Berlin)$641One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $55.
Distance: 87 miles (141 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$65 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld costing on average $65 (€53).
Other travel options to Berlin Schönefeld take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 11m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 56m by train vs 2h 2m by car). Tickets start at around $65 (€53) compared to roughly $34 (€28) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld
Trains from Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Leipzig and Berlin Schönefeld from $24 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld 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 Berlin Schönefeld, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld
Most Leipzig to Berlin Schönefeld trains use the Leipzig Hauptbahnhof to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Südkreuz. Use this guide to compare Leipzig and Berlin Schönefeld train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
Getting to Leipzig Markt from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig Markt train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
Getting to Leipzig Messe from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig Messe is 6 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Messe train station facilities and services
Leipzig Messe 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 and drink
Food options include: Dönerhaus, Grand Canyon, Graf Zeppelin, Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Messe. ATMs are available at Leipzig Messe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Messe. Information desks are available at Leipzig Messe.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Messe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Messe.
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services
Berlin Südkreuz 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 and drink
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau train station facilities and services
Berlin Spandau 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 and drink
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
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