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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 04
$30
Average ticket price on Sep 04
$104
Fastest journey on Sep 04
4 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 04
4 h 27 m
Trains on Sep 04
21
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Leipzig will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
On Fri, Sep 04, we found 21 trains from Stuttgart to Leipzig, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 04 the direct trains cover the 364 km distance in an average of 4 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Fri, Sep 04 the slowest trains will take 4 h 41 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.
ICE 698 · ICE 806
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ICE 618 · ICE 696
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IC 2067 · ICE 1008 · ICE 1559
IC 2067 · ICE 1206
ICE 772 · ICE 930 · ICE 508Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $49 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 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, while a flight costs an average of $416.
Distance: 226 miles (364 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$72 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $416 Average price | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg 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 Stuttgart to Leipzig:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Leipzig costing on average $72 (€58).
A bus is $368 (€298) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Leipzig costing on average $416 (€337).
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 53m.
Bus takes on average 7h 6m.
The journey is about 29m faster (4h 53m by train vs 5h 22m by car) and roughly $12 (€10) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($72 (€58) vs $84 (€68)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Leipzig trains for today, Thursday, September 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 698 · ICE 806 | Delayed 10:53 PM 12:53 AMStuttgart Hbf | 6h16 | 7:09 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
88631 · ICE 1604 · S35 | 4:23 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h19 | 9:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
88631 · ICE 602 | On time 4:23 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h41 | 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 776 · ICE 934 · ICE 602 | On time 5:02 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h02 | 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 776 · ICE 1555 | On time 5:02 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h29 | 10:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 692 | On time 8:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h20 | 1:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
89685 · ICE 1600 · S35 | 8:57 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h45 | 1:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
89685 · ICE 508 | On time 8:57 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h07 | 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 772 · ICE 1559 | On time 9:22 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h09 | 2:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 772 · ICE 930 · ICE 508 | On time 9:22 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h42 | 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 618 · ICE 696 | On time 2:21 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 6h48 | 9:09 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Stuttgart to Leipzig run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (364 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 226 miles (364 km) |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 12:03 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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Leipzig trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart 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: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Arnulf-Klett-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
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 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.
Leipzig Markt 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: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
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