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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.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$61
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$93
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 20 m
Trains on Sep 19
5
Distance
449 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Offenburg to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Offenburg to Leipzig will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 5 trains from Offenburg to Leipzig, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 449 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 59 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Offenburg to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $87 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, while a flight costs an average of $558.
Distance: 278 miles (449 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$130 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $558 Average price | $104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 56m Average total duration 10h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Offenburg to Leipzig:
A bus is $43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Offenburg to Leipzig costing on average $130.
A bus is $471 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Offenburg to Leipzig costing on average $558.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 9m.
Bus takes on average 10h 26m.
You'll arrive about 1h 12m sooner (5h 9m by train vs 6h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $130 compared to roughly $104 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.
The table below shows live departures for Offenburg to Leipzig trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 202 · ICE 692 | On time 8:24 AM Offenburg station | 4h45 | 1:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 374 · ICE 1559 | On time 9:27 AM Offenburg station | 5h04 | 2:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 74 · ICE 690 | On time 10:02 AM Offenburg station | 5h07 | 3:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 · ICE 1651 | On time 11:27 AM Offenburg station | 5h04 | 4:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 6 · ICE 598 | On time 11:58 AM Offenburg station | 5h11 | 5:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4718 · ICE 108 · ICE 598 · ICE 1506 | 12:02 PM Offenburg station | 5h40 | 5:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
4718 · ICE 108 · ICE 598 | On time 12:02 PM Offenburg station | 5h07 | 5:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 370 · ICE 1653 | On time 1:27 PM Offenburg station | 5h04 | 6:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 72 · ICE 596 | On time 1:58 PM Offenburg station | 5h11 | 7:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4722 · ICE 106 · ICE 596 | On time 2:02 PM Offenburg station | 5h07 | 7:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 278 · ICE 1655 | On time 3:27 PM Offenburg station | 5h04 | 8:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 4 · ICE 594 | On time 3:58 PM Offenburg station | 5h11 | 9:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4726 · ICE 104 · ICE 594 | On time 4:02 PM Offenburg station | 5h07 | 9:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 276 · ICE 1657 | On time 5:27 PM Offenburg station | 5h04 | 10:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 70 · ICE 592 | On time 5:58 PM Offenburg station | 5h11 | 11:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4748 · ICE 102 · ICE 592 | On time 6:02 PM Offenburg station | 5h07 | 11:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 274 · ICE 1659 | On time 7:27 PM Offenburg station | 5h04 | 12:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2 · ICE 590 | On time 7:58 PM Offenburg station | 5h11 | 1:09 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4736 · ICE 100 · ICE 590 | On time 8:02 PM Offenburg station | 5h07 | 1:09 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 60409 · ICE 904 | Delayed 9:06 PM 10:31 PMOffenburg station | 6h15 | 2:48 AM 2:48 AMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
17034 · S6 · ICE 698 · S5 | 11:38 PM Offenburg station | 7h49 | 7:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Offenburg to Leipzig run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 278 miles (449 km) distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 278 miles (449 km) |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 12:18 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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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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Leipzig Hbf -> Augustusplatz, Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Offenburg 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 Offenburg to Leipzig trains use the Offenburg to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Offenburg and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Offenburg 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: Quoc-Thai, Grill & Kebaphaus, Drehers Stehcafe, Museumscafe
Wi-Fi is available at Offenburg. ATMs are available at Offenburg.
Ticket office support is available at Offenburg. Information desks are available at Offenburg.
Luggage storage is available at Offenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Offenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Offenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Offenburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sonne, Boarding House Alte Spinnerei, Hotel Union.
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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