The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Maintal
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Maintal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Maintal will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
It's difficult to get from Leipzig to Maintal without transferring at least once.
5:28 AM4h20Leipzig9:48 AMMaintal-ost Bahnhof$861One-way1 transfer
7:27 AM4h21Leipzig11:48 AMMaintal-ost Bahnhof$861One-way1 transfer
9:27 AM4h21Leipzig1:48 PMMaintal-ost Bahnhof$861One-way1 transfer
3:27 PM4h21Leipzig7:48 PMMaintal-ost Bahnhof$861One-way1 transfer
5:27 PM4h21Leipzig9:48 PMMaintal-ost Bahnhof$861One-way1 transfer
9:59 AM3h49Leipzig1:48 PMMaintal-ost Bahnhof$1101One-way2 transfers
7:55 AM3h53Leipzig11:48 AMMaintal-ost Bahnhof$1101One-way2 transfers
3:55 PM3h53Leipzig7:48 PMMaintal-ost Bahnhof$1101One-way2 transfers
5:28 AM4h20Leipzig9:48 AMMaintal-ost Bahnhof$861One-way1 transfer
7:27 AM4h21Leipzig11:48 AMMaintal-ost Bahnhof$861One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Leipzig to Maintal
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Maintal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $301.
Distance: 175 miles (282 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$147 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $301 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Maintal:
A bus is $118 (€95) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Maintal costing on average $147 (€118).
A bus is $272 (€219) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Maintal costing on average $301 (€242).
Other travel options to Maintal take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 47m.
Bus takes on average 5h 5m.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (3h 47m by train vs 4h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $147 (€118) compared to roughly $66 (€53) 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.
Live departures
Leipzig to Maintal train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Maintal trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:28 AM Leipzig | 4h20 | 9:48 AM Maintal-ost Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:27 AM Leipzig | 4h21 | 11:48 AM Maintal-ost Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:55 AM Leipzig | 3h53 | 11:48 AM Maintal-ost Bahnhof | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:27 AM Leipzig | 4h21 | 1:48 PM Maintal-ost Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:59 AM Leipzig | 3h49 | 1:48 PM Maintal-ost Bahnhof | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:27 PM Leipzig | 4h21 | 7:48 PM Maintal-ost Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:55 PM Leipzig | 3h53 | 7:48 PM Maintal-ost Bahnhof | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:27 PM Leipzig | 4h21 | 9:48 PM Maintal-ost Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Maintal
Trains from Leipzig to Maintal run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $147 (€118) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 175 miles (282 km) distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 175 miles (282 km) |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $147 (€118) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Leipzig to Maintal trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Leipzig and Maintal from $29 (€23). 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 Maintal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Maintal 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 Maintal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leipzig to Maintal
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- 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
- Vereinsgaststätte Turngemeinde Dörnigheim
- Eis-Costa
- Son Nam
- Fleur de Sel
- Hotel Irmchen
- Landgasthof Alt Bischofsheim
- Das Kneipche
- Chief Pizza
- Eis-Cafe-Milano
- Hotel Sej Sandzak
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