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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 Oct 05
$60
Average ticket price on Oct 05
$100
Fastest journey on Oct 05
5 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 05
5 h 45 m
Trains on Oct 05
10
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Leipzig will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Leipzig without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 602+
79000
ICE 1604 · S35+
79000
RJ 1296 · ICE 726 · ICE 802 · ICE 694
RJ 1296 · ICE 1602 · S35
79000+
ICE 1604 · S35
RJ 1296 · ICE 726 · ICE 802 · ICE 694
RJX 260 · ICE 1008 · ICE 1559
RE5+
ICE 1604 · S35
ICE 1604 · S35+
79000
79000+
ICE 1604 · S35Trains from Salzburg to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (397 km) distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 246 miles (397 km) |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:22 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Monday, October 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1604 · S35+ 79000 | Delayed 4:19 AM 3:47 AMSalzburg Hbf | 5h55 | 9:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 602+ 79000 | Delayed 4:49 AM 3:47 AMSalzburg Hbf | 6h17 | 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
79000+ ICE 1604 · S35 | 3:47 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h55 | 9:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE5+ ICE 602 | On time 3:47 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h17 | 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE5+ ICE 1604 · S35 | 3:47 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h55 | 9:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1296 · ICE 1602 · S35 | On time 5:39 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h03 | 11:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1296 · ICE 726 · ICE 802 · ICE 694 | On time 5:39 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h30 | 11:09 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 212 · ICE 1600 · S5X | On time 8:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 1:57 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 260 · ICE 1008 · ICE 1559 | On time 9:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h31 | 2:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 506+ 79022 | Delayed 10:48 AM 10:05 AMSalzburg Hbf | 5h59 | 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Leipzig trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf 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 Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
Salzburg Aiglhof is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Aiglhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
Available at Salzburg Aiglhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Aiglhof: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
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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