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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 18
€50
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€115
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 22 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 28 m
Trains on Sep 18
21
Distance
449 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saarbrücken to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saarbrücken to Leipzig will cost around €115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
It's difficult to get from Saarbrücken to Leipzig without transferring at least once.
29501 · ICE 1555
4142 · ICE 378 · ICE 1555
29501 · ICE 934 · ICE 602
ICE 1091 · ICE 694
ICE 932 · ICE 600
4146 · ICE 692
4122 · ICE 590
ICE 9553 · ICE 1655
ICE 9555 · ICE 1659
ICE 1091 · ICE 694Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 0m. 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 €44, while a train costs an average of €110.
Distance: 278 miles (449 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€110 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg 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 Saarbrücken to Leipzig:
A bus is €66 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Leipzig costing on average €110.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 8m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (5h 30m by train vs 5h 51m by car). Tickets start at around €110 compared to roughly €84 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 Saarbrücken to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
29501 · ICE 1555 | On time 3:42 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h49 | 10:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
29501 · ICE 934 · ICE 602 | On time 3:42 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h22 | 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4142 · ICE 378 · ICE 1555 | On time 4:44 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h47 | 10:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1091 · ICE 694 | On time 5:36 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h33 | 11:09 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 932 · ICE 600 | On time 6:28 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h36 | 12:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4146 · ICE 692 | On time 7:47 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h22 | 1:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 563 · ICE 772 · ICE 930 · ICE 508 | On time 8:27 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h37 | 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
4102 · ICE 690 · S35 | 9:47 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h55 | 3:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
29513 · 4259 · ICE 838 · ICE 506 | On time 9:51 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h13 | 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
TGV 9551+ ICE 1651 | On time 10:58 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h33 | 4:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4110 · ICE 596 · S35 | 1:47 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h55 | 7:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
29521 · ICE 834 · ICE 502 | On time 1:51 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h13 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9553 · ICE 1655 | On time 3:00 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h31 | 8:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4114 · ICE 594 · S35 | 3:47 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h55 | 9:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
29525 · ICE 832 · ICE 500 | On time 3:51 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h13 | 10:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
29525 · ICE 1657 | On time 3:51 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h40 | 10:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9555 · ICE 1659 | On time 7:00 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h31 | 12:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4122 · ICE 590 | On time 7:47 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h22 | 1:09 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Saarbrücken to Leipzig run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 278 miles (449 km) distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 278 miles (449 km) |
Average train duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 50m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Leipzig — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leipzig trip today.
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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.
Major city square with dramatic architecture, fountains, opera, and concert hall. Best for urban views and Leipzig’s cultural heart.
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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 Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Leipzig trains use the Saarbrücken Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Saarbrücken and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Saarbrücken 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: Il Giardino, Eiscafe Jesolo, Pizza Hut, Brauhaus zum Stiefel
Wi-Fi is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. ATMs are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. Information desks are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Saarbrücken Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Saarbrücken Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Saarbrücken City Centre Hotel, Mercure SB City, Europa Hotel Saarbrücken, Hotel Stadt Hamburg Saarbrücken.
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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