- Must visit
Museum of the Second World War
One of Europe’s major WWII museums, with a large permanent exhibition presenting the war’s global and civilian dimensions. A top cultural stop in Gdańsk.
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
538 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Gdańsk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Gdańsk will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 5 trains that leave Leipzig for Gdańsk on Tue, Jun 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 538 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 8 h 18 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Gdańsk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $171.
Distance: 334 miles (538 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$98 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $586 Average price | $146 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 38m Average total duration Fastest 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 11m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Leipzig to Gdańsk:
A bus is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Gdańsk costing on average $98 (€80).
A bus is $519 (€420) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Gdańsk costing on average $586 (€474).
Other travel options to Gdańsk take longer:
Flight takes on average 10h 11m.
Bus takes on average 10h 15m.
The journey is about 9m faster (7h 8m by train vs 7h 17m by car) and roughly $48 (€39) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($98 (€80) vs $146 (€118)). 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.
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 Leipzig to Gdańsk trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:12 AM Leipzig | 8h18 | 4:30 PM Gdańsk | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:12 AM Leipzig | 7h15 | 5:27 PM Gdańsk | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:13 AM Leipzig | 8h05 | 6:18 PM Gdańsk | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:12 AM Leipzig | 7h20 | 6:32 PM Gdańsk | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:12 PM Leipzig | 8h14 | 10:26 PM Gdańsk | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Leipzig to Gdańsk run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 334 miles (538 km) distance in 7h 1m.
Distance 334 miles (538 km) |
Average train duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 7h 1m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 6 days |
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One of Europe’s major WWII museums, with a large permanent exhibition presenting the war’s global and civilian dimensions. A top cultural stop in Gdańsk.
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The city’s most famous historic square-like street, lined with ornate townhouses and major landmarks, ideal for first-time visitors.
The main ceremonial street of old Gdańsk, forming part of the Royal Route and offering some of the city’s finest facades.
A picturesque cobbled lane known for terraces, gargoyles, and amber workshops, often featured in photography and social media posts.
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Generally cheaper than Western Europe. Hotels in peak summer rise, but food, transit, and everyday costs stay reasonable for most travelers.
Service is often included only in better restaurants, so check the bill. If service was good, tip around 10%. In cafes, bars, taxis, and for delivery, rounding up or leaving a small amount is appreciated but not required.
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