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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
€34
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Potsdam to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Potsdam to Leipzig will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
It's difficult to get from Potsdam to Leipzig without transferring at least once.
S7 · ICE 91
S7 · S42 · ICE 91
S7 · ICE 2587
73807 · S5 · ICE 505
S7 · ICE 2585
73807 · S5 · ICE 505
S7 · ICE 2587
S7 · S42 · ICE 91
S7 · ICE 2585
S7 · ICE 505Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Potsdam to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. 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 €17, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€45 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Potsdam to Leipzig:
A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potsdam to Leipzig costing on average €45.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 27m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 52m by train vs 1h 56m by car). Tickets start at around €45 compared to roughly €24 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.
The table below shows live departures for Potsdam to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S7 · ICE 2585 | On time 6:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h01 | 8:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S7 · S42 · ICE 1503 · IC 2447 | On time 6:51 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h26 | 9:17 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S7 · ICE 505 | On time 7:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h05 | 9:46 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
73807 · S5 · ICE 505 | On time 7:49 AM Potsdam Hbf | 1h57 | 9:46 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S7 · ICE 2587 | On time 8:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h01 | 10:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S7 · ICE 91 | On time 9:01 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h11 | 11:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S7 · S42 · ICE 91 | On time 9:11 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h01 | 11:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Potsdam to Leipzig run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Leipzig’s central square framed by historic buildings, arcades, and markets. A natural starting point for exploring the old town on foot.
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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 Potsdam 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 Potsdam to Leipzig trains use the Potsdam Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Messe. Use this guide to compare Potsdam and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Potsdam Hbf 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: Smiley's Pizza Profis, Addy's Bistro und Café, Bao An, Theo's Inselcafé
Wi-Fi is available at Potsdam Hbf. ATMs are available at Potsdam Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Potsdam Hbf. Information desks are available at Potsdam Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Potsdam Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Potsdam Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Potsdam Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potsdam Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express, The niu Amity.
Potsdam Medienstadt Babelsberg is 4 km from Potsdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Potsdam Medienstadt Babelsberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bistro Wiesenstein, Prinz Eisenherz, Lee Moon, King Sigi Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Potsdam Medienstadt Babelsberg. ATMs are available at Potsdam Medienstadt Babelsberg.
Ticket office support is available at Potsdam Medienstadt Babelsberg. Information desks are available at Potsdam Medienstadt Babelsberg.
Luggage storage is available at Potsdam Medienstadt Babelsberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Potsdam Medienstadt Babelsberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Potsdam Medienstadt Babelsberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potsdam Medienstadt Babelsberg.
Golm is 6 km from Potsdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Golm has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Restaurant & Catering Golmé, Lesecafé, Landhotel Potsdam, Golm Dönerhaus
Wi-Fi is available at Golm. ATMs are available at Golm.
Ticket office support is available at Golm. Information desks are available at Golm.
Luggage storage is available at Golm. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Golm: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Golm: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Golm.
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 Messe is 6 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Messe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Dönerhaus, Grand Canyon, Graf Zeppelin, Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Messe. ATMs are available at Leipzig Messe.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Messe. Information desks are available at Leipzig Messe.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Messe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Messe.
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