- Must visit
Museum der bildenden Künste
Leipzig’s major fine arts museum with strong German painting, modern works, and a bright contemporary building in the city center.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leoben to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leoben to Leipzig will cost around €101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €101.
It's difficult to get from Leoben to Leipzig without transferring at least once.

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Trains from Leoben to Leipzig run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €130 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 300 miles (483 km) distance in 7h 58m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Leoben to Leipzig.
The table below shows live departures for Leoben to Leipzig trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IR 518 · ICE 118 · ICE 1004 · ICE 1653 | On time 8:42 AM Leoben Hbf | 9h49 | 6:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 518+ ICE 118 · ICE 1004 · ICE 1653 | On time 8:42 AM Leoben Hbf | 9h49 | 6:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 518 · ICE 118 · ICE 1004 · ICE 1653 | 8:42 AM Leoben Hbf | 10h03 | 6:45 PM Leipzig Markt | 4 transfers | |
IR 518 · ICE 118 · ICE 1004 · S5X | 8:42 AM Leoben Hbf | 10h17 | 6:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 3 transfers | |
R 4109 · IC 796 · RJX 60 · ICE 1504 | 9:00 AM Leoben Hbf | 10h57 | 7:57 PM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 4 transfers | |
R 4109 · IC 796 · RJX 60 · ICE 1504 | 9:00 AM Leoben Hbf | 10h59 | 7:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 4 transfers | |
IR 713 · RJX 60+ ICE 1504+ DB S5X | 9:00 AM Leoben Hbf | 10h57 | 7:57 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 164+ ICE 116 · ICE 1580 · ICE 502 | On time 10:34 AM Leoben Hbf | 9h30 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 164 · ICE 116 · ICE 1580 · ICE 502 | On time 10:34 AM Leoben Hbf | 9h30 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 164 · ICE 116 · ICE 1580 · ICE 502 | 10:34 AM Leoben Hbf | 9h41 | 8:15 PM Leipzig Markt | 4 transfers | |
EC 164 · ICE 116 · ICE 1002 · S5X | 10:34 AM Leoben Hbf | 10h25 | 8:59 PM Leipzig Markt | 3 transfers | |
R 4113 · IC 794 · RJX 62 · ICE 702 | On time 11:00 AM Leoben Hbf | 10h09 | 9:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 4113 · IC 794 · RJX 62 · ICE 702 | 11:00 AM Leoben Hbf | 10h29 | 9:29 PM Leipzig Markt | 4 transfers | |
R 4113 · IC 794 · RJX 62 · ICE 702 | 11:00 AM Leoben Hbf | 10h19 | 9:19 PM Leipzig Markt | 5 transfers | |
IC 794+ RJX 62+ ICE 702 · ICE 594 | 11:00 AM Leoben Hbf | 10h09 | 9:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IR 581+ RJ 859+ EC 102+ RJ 276 | 11:22 AM Leoben Hbf | 10h56 | 10:18 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IR 514+ EC 114+ ICE 700 | On time 12:42 PM Leoben Hbf | 10h50 | 11:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 514+ EC 114+ ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | On time 12:42 PM Leoben Hbf | 9h49 | 10:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 514 · EC 114 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | On time 12:42 PM Leoben Hbf | 9h49 | 10:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 514 · EC 114 · ICE 700 | On time 12:42 PM Leoben Hbf | 10h50 | 11:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 514 · EC 114 · ICE 1000 · S5 | 12:42 PM Leoben Hbf | 10h27 | 11:09 PM Leipzig Markt | 3 transfers | |
IR 514 · EC 114 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | 12:42 PM Leoben Hbf | 9h59 | 10:41 PM Leipzig Markt | 4 transfers | |
R 4117 · IC 792 · RJX 64 · ICE 700 | On time 1:00 PM Leoben Hbf | 10h32 | 11:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 4125 · IC 898 · RJX 68 · ICE 904 | On time 5:00 PM Leoben Hbf | 12h04 | 5:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Discover the best of Leipzig — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leipzig trip today.
Leipzig’s major fine arts museum with strong German painting, modern works, and a bright contemporary building in the city center.
Immersive museum on Leipzig’s role in East Germany’s Peaceful Revolution. Essential for understanding 1989 and modern German democracy.
Bach’s former residence and museum, presenting manuscripts, instruments, and Leipzig’s central role in his life and work.
Leipzig’s central square framed by historic buildings, arcades, and markets. A natural starting point for exploring the old town on foot.
Major city square with dramatic architecture, fountains, opera, and concert hall. Best for urban views and Leipzig’s cultural heart.
Former cotton mill transformed into one of Europe’s notable art districts. Explore galleries, studios, and Leipzig’s influential contemporary scene.
Leipzig’s signature mixed vegetable dish with peas, carrots, asparagus and morel mushrooms, often enriched with crayfish butter. A classic Saxon specialty.
A clear broth with small semolina dumplings. This simple soup is a long-standing Saxon home-style favorite served in Leipzig and the region.
A hearty Saxon potato soup, often made with root vegetables and marjoram, sometimes served with sausage. A comforting everyday dish in the region.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the Rosental with modern tasting menus, refined service and a tranquil setting in a historic building.
Well-known restaurant and inn by the monument, popular for hearty Saxon food and local beer in a warm, traditional setting.
Historic Auerbachs Keller serves classic Saxon and German dishes in a famous vaulted cellar linked to Goethe and Leipzig tradition.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, making Leipzig good value for city breaks.
Tip about 5-10% in restaurants or round up the bill. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leoben to Leipzig 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 Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leoben to Leipzig trains use the Leoben Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. Use this guide to compare Leoben and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leoben Hbf is 1 km from Leoben city centre. Public transport options include:
Leoben Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Arkadenhof, Gasthaus Schwarzer Adler
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leoben Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leoben Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leoben Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leoben Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leoben Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kongress, Falkensteiner Hotel & Asia Spa Leoben, Hotel Kindler.
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 options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
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 options include: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
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 options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
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