The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Weimar
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Weimar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Weimar will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 4 trains that leave Leipzig for Weimar on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.
6:06 AM1h34Leipzig7:40 AMWeimar$381One-way0 transfers
7:55 AM1h45Leipzig9:40 AMWeimar$401One-way0 transfers
4:06 AM1h34Leipzig5:40 AMWeimar$401One-way0 transfers
7:33 AM1h31Leipzig9:04 AMWeimar$411One-way0 transfers
7:33 AM1h31Leipzig9:04 AMWeimar$411One-way0 transfers
6:06 AM1h34Leipzig7:40 AMWeimar$381One-way0 transfers
4:06 AM1h34Leipzig5:40 AMWeimar$401One-way0 transfers
7:55 AM1h45Leipzig9:40 AMWeimar$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leipzig to Weimar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Weimar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 51 miles (83 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Weimar:
A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Weimar costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to Weimar take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 17m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (1h 17m by train vs 1h 29m by car). Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $19 (€15) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
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 Weimar train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Weimar trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 501 · 93643 | On time 5:41 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h09 | 6:50 AM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2593 · 93645 · 80929 | On time 6:49 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h25 | 8:14 AM Weimar West | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2593 · 93645 | On time 6:49 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h02 | 7:51 AM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1654 · 93647 | On time 7:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h24 | 8:51 AM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 503 · IC 2151 · 80931 | On time 7:55 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h19 | 9:14 AM Weimar West | 2 transfers | |
ICE 503 · IC 2151 | On time 7:55 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h02 | 8:57 AM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 503 · RE 52151 | On time 7:55 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h02 | 8:57 AM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 503 · RE 52151 · 80931 | On time 7:55 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h19 | 9:14 AM Weimar West | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2595 · 93649 · 80933 | On time 8:49 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h25 | 10:14 AM Weimar West | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2595 · 93649 | On time 8:49 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h02 | 9:51 AM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2295 · 93649 | On time 8:49 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h02 | 9:51 AM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2295 · 93649 · 80933 | On time 8:49 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h25 | 10:14 AM Weimar West | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1652 · 3957 | On time 9:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h05 | 10:32 AM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 505 · 3907 · 80935 | Delayed 7:58 AM 9:55 AMLeipzig Hbf | 1h19 | 11:14 AM Weimar West | 2 transfers | |
ICE 505 · 3907 | Delayed 7:58 AM 9:55 AMLeipzig Hbf | 1h09 | 11:04 AM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 837 · 80889 | On time 10:28 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h04 | 11:32 AM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1650 · 3959 | On time 11:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h05 | 12:32 PM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 507 · 3909 · 80939 | Delayed 9:58 AM 11:55 AMLeipzig Hbf | 1h19 | 1:14 PM Weimar West | 2 transfers | |
ICE 507 · 3909 | Delayed 9:58 AM 11:55 AMLeipzig Hbf | 1h10 | 1:05 PM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 839 · 80893 | On time 12:28 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1h04 | 1:32 PM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1568 · 3961 | On time 1:27 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1h05 | 2:32 PM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 509 · RE 52155 · 80943 | Delayed 11:58 AM 1:55 PMLeipzig Hbf | 1h19 | 3:14 PM Weimar West | 2 transfers | |
ICE 509 · RE 52155 | Delayed 11:58 AM 1:55 PMLeipzig Hbf | 1h02 | 2:57 PM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 509 · IC 2155 · 80943 | Delayed 11:58 AM 1:55 PMLeipzig Hbf | 1h19 | 3:14 PM Weimar West | 2 transfers | |
ICE 509 · IC 2155 | Delayed 11:58 AM 1:55 PMLeipzig Hbf | 1h02 | 2:57 PM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 931 · 80897 | On time 2:28 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1h04 | 3:32 PM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 756 · 3963 | On time 3:27 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1h05 | 4:32 PM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 601 · 3913 · 80947 | Delayed 1:59 PM 3:55 PMLeipzig Hbf | 1h19 | 5:14 PM Weimar West | 2 transfers | |
ICE 601 · 3913 | Delayed 1:59 PM 3:55 PMLeipzig Hbf | 1h09 | 5:04 PM Weimar station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Weimar
Trains from Leipzig to Weimar run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 51 miles (83 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 51 miles (83 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Leipzig to Weimar trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Leipzig and Weimar from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Leipzig to Weimar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Weimar 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 Weimar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leipzig to Weimar
- 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
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Marriott
- Capri by Fraser
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: 12:30 - 18:00
- Subway
- Domino's
- Alice
- Curry & Co.
- Domino's
- Ankara
- Mr. BINH DINH
- TAP...
- Texas
- Johanns Hof
- Ristorante Pomodore
- Kebab House
- Liszt
- Anna Amalia
- Hotel Hollerbusch
- Hotel Schillerhof
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