Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for Jun 14

Cheapest price

$85

Average price

$91

Fastest journey

2 h 56 m

Average duration

3 h 1 m

Trains per day

10

Distance

293 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.

Fast trains

Of the 10 trains that leave Leipzig for Frankfurt am Main on Sat, Jun 14, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 293 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .

On Sat, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.

Deutsche BahnICE 597
10:48AM2h56
Leipzig Hbf
01:44PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
$851One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 505 · ICE 837
09:48AM3h08
Leipzig Hbf
12:56PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
$851One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1650
11:33AM3h03
Leipzig Hbf
02:36PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
$851One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 505 · ICE 837 · ICE 575
09:48AM3h30
Leipzig Hbf
01:18PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$851One-way
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1652
09:33AM3h03
Leipzig Hbf
12:36PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
$851One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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€59

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€174

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4h 20m

Average duration

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6h 47m

Average duration

6h 17m

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4h 2m

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1h 2m

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3h 0m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 1.8kg

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Live departures

Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 14
Last updated at 11:13 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 595 · S 9
On time
6:48 AM Leipzig Hbf
3h26
10:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 595
On time
6:48 AM Leipzig Hbf
2h56
9:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1652
On time
7:33 AM Leipzig Hbf
3h03
10:36 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1652 · S 9
On time
7:33 AM Leipzig Hbf
3h41
11:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 1652 · ICE 279+hessischelbHLB28638
On time
7:33 AM Leipzig Hbf
3h39
11:12 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 505 · ICE 837
On time
7:48 AM Leipzig Hbf
3h08
10:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 505 · ICE 837 · ICE 575
On time
7:48 AM Leipzig Hbf
3h30
11:18 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 597
On time
8:48 AM Leipzig Hbf
2h56
11:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 597 · S 9
On time
8:48 AM Leipzig Hbf
3h26
12:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 1650
On time
9:33 AM Leipzig Hbf
3h03
12:36 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main?

The best time to book your train from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main.

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IconTrain was on time
Iconthere was a snack machine
Iconthe seats were comfortable and had good amenities
Cons
IconPassenger compartment and toilets dirty
There were power sockets and an internet connection on the train. The seats were very comfortable and there was a snack machine on the train. The staff had been friendly and made good announcements. The cleanliness of the train was not so good. But the train had been on time, which was the main thing for me. The toilets had also worked, but had not been clean either.
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IconFast travel to your destination
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IconGood seating quality
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IconTrain delay
IconReparations on the move
IconExceptionally high capacity utilisation
Due to the unusually high occupancy rate, we unfortunately had to stand, but the staff were enormously friendly and were on hand to answer any questions. The wifi worked perfectly, which was important for us, and the on-board bistro had delicious offers. Since we booked early, the price-performance ratio was also right. The only pity was that we had to stand.
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Some time ago, I took the ICE from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main and find this connection very pleasant. You get to Frankfurt very quickly without many stops and the seats in the ICE are very comfortable. Furthermore, the toilets were very clean and there was no rubbish on the train or on the seats. I also find the generous luggage racks well chosen for this long distance. Since the connection is very popular, you should book very soon to get a cheaper price, otherwise the price-performance ratio is still very good. Due to the somewhat increased load, the wifi is still relatively poor, and unfortunately you can't rely on it most of the time. All in all, the trip can still be recommended.
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I like that you just sit on the train and don't have to do anything and just enjoy the ride. Very simple. You have your own little table at each seat, a power socket that works, lots of space and wifi throughout the train, which works most of the time. Everything is also clean. The staff are always nice and helpful. Everything is very pleasant. Unfortunately, there are often delays or the trains are cancelled altogether. In the end, it's still good value for money.
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IconGreat choice in the restaurant
IconTrain was empty
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IconInternet did not work
The train journey from Leipzig to Frankfurt went well and was fun. There was a wide selection of food and drinks in the on-board restaurant and they tasted very good. The train was quite empty and you found a seat. Unfortunately, the internet did not work for the whole journey, but only in parts. The train was clean and the toilet had also been cleaned. We left Leipzig on time and arrived in Frankfurt on time, so all in all it was a pleasant journey.
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IconNice staff
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IconImpractical when travelling with a lot of luggage
This time, travelling by train was quite pleasant. Otherwise I always arrived late in Frankfurt, but this time I was on time for the first time. I was able to charge my mobile phone on the train without any problems and also had good internet on the route. The staff were friendly and we arrived on time. However, it is impractical if you are travelling with a lot of heavy luggage. I had two heavy suitcases and pushing/pulling them along the carpeted floor proved to be very unfavourable. There could also be more in the way of storage space for larger luggage. But everything else was there, and if you don't want to travel to the other end of Germany fully packed, but have fewer things to carry, other methods are really practical and cheaper.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main

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Trains from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)
Distance
182 miles (293 km)
Average train duration
3h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
$22 (€18)
Trains per day
13
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
2h 56m
First train
07:48
Last train
22:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main trains

For as little as $24 (€20) you can travel by train to Frankfurt am Main from Leipzig with Deutsche Bahn. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main train.

Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main train information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 56 min
  • Cheapest Price: $24
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 16 a day

Train tickets from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main: when to book to save $

Time Price Savings
1 week earlier 34 €
2 weeks earlier 29 €17%
3 weeks earlier 25 €36%
1 month before 26 €31%
2 months earlier 29 €17%
3 months earlier 20 €70%


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  • Buying your train ticket from Leipzig - Frankfurt am Main 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 36% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
  • If you book a ticket Leipzig - Frankfurt am Main with 2 months in advance you save up to about 17% compared to the initial price.
  • By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 70%.
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FAQs: Trains from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main

FAQs: Travel by train from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main.
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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main

Leipzig
Frankfurt am Main
The major train station for departures in Leipzig is Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
23
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Zchocolat
  • Vapiano Leipzig
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
  • a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
  • IntercityHotel Leipzig
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Sixt
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
  • Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
  • Hall 3: shopping and dining area
Public transit options for Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
  • Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
  • S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
  • Bus: Several lines available
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Dining
Dining
  • Dönerhaus
  • Grand Canyon
  • Graf Zeppelin
  • Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
The major train station for arrivals in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for your journey to Frankfurt am Main from Leipzig.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Burger King
  • Ciao Bella
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Crepes de France Express
  • dean&david
  • Starbucks
  • Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
  • McDonald's
  • Dunkin Donuts
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Cristall
  • Grand Hotel Empire
  • Hotel Carlton
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
10 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Käfer's
  • McDonald's
  • Asia Snack Box
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
  • Hilton Frankfurt Airport
  • Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Shower
Shower
  • Cost €6
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
  • Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
  • Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
Public transit options for Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf
  • S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
10 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Käfer's
  • McDonald's
  • Asia Snack Box
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
  • Hilton Frankfurt Airport
  • Steigenberger Airport Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
  • Hall 2: access to airport terminals
Public transit options for Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf
  • S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
  • Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
  • Bus: Several lines available
Frankfurt (Main) SüdWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Merals Imbiss
  • Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
  • Freigut
  • Holbein's
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel am Berg
  • Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
  • Hotel Ritter
  • Lindner Main Plaza

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