- 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.
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€58
Fastest journey
4 h 28 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schwerin to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schwerin to Leipzig will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
Of the 3 trains that leave Schwerin for Leipzig on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 263 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 28 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 3 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 train as it is the most popular option from Schwerin to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €170.
Distance: 163 miles (263 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€66 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €318 Average price | €49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Schwerin to Leipzig:
A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schwerin to Leipzig costing on average €66.
A bus is €290 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Schwerin to Leipzig costing on average €318.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 55m.
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (3h 36m by train vs 3h 55m by car). Tickets start at around €66 compared to roughly €49 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 Schwerin to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:43 AM Schwerin | 5h02 | 11:45 AM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:14 AM Schwerin | 4h28 | 11:42 AM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:43 AM Schwerin | 5h03 | 12:46 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Schwerin to Leipzig run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 163 miles (263 km) distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 163 miles (263 km) |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
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.
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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 Schwerin 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 Schwerin to Leipzig trains use the Schwerin Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Schwerin and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Schwerin 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: 7 Star Döner, Muellers Café Bistro Kneipe, By Ali, Arsenalterrasse
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin Hbf. ATMs are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin Hbf. Information desks are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schwerin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schwerin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Niederländischer Hof, Altstadthotel, Avalon Hotel, Haus am Pfaffenteich.
Schwerin Mitte 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: 7 Star Döner, Muellers Café Bistro Kneipe, Arsenalterrasse, Restaurant & Café Ulrike
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin Mitte. ATMs are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin Mitte. Information desks are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin Mitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schwerin Mitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schwerin Mitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Nearby hotels include Niederländischer Hof, Altstadthotel, Haus am Pfaffenteich, Hotel am Hauptbahnhof.
Schwerin-Görries is 2 km from Schwerin city centre. Public transport options include:
Schwerin-Görries 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: See-Idyll, Freizeitanlage Kaspelwerder, Bowling-Center Schwerin KW GmbH, Thüringer Bratwürste
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin-Görries. ATMs are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin-Görries. Information desks are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin-Görries. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schwerin-Görries: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schwerin-Görries: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Nearby hotels include Sport-&Bikerhotel.
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 Miltitzer Allee is 7 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Miltitzer Allee 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: Eiscafe Miltitz, Telepizza, Plovdiver Sterneneck, Biergarten Herzberg
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Miltitzer Allee. ATMs are available at Leipzig Miltitzer Allee.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Miltitzer Allee. Information desks are available at Leipzig Miltitzer Allee.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Miltitzer Allee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Miltitzer Allee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Miltitzer Allee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Miltitzer Allee.
Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof is 1 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof 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: El-Amir, Pata Negra, Shams Bistro, China White
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof. ATMs are available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof. Information desks are available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof.
Nearby hotels include Dorint Hotel Leipzig, Adagio, SchlafGut AppartementHotel, Gwuni Mopera.
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