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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
$58
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
10h 36m
Average duration
10h 42m
Trains per day
2
Distance
183 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $249.
Distance: 374 miles (602 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$103 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $704 Average price | $163 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration 9h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.6kg 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 Warsaw to Leipzig:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Leipzig costing on average $103 (€84).
A bus is $645 (€530) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Leipzig costing on average $704 (€578).
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 19m.
Bus takes on average 9h 18m.
Tickets start at around $103 (€84) compared to roughly $163 (€134) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $61 (€50). The journey takes 7h 19m versus 6h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Leipzig trains for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 440 · EC 430 · 18383 | 10:16 PM Warsaw Central | 10h36 | 8:52 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 16170+ KD 69151+ 5672+ IC 2048 | On time 11:44 PM Warsaw Central | 10h47 | 10:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
IC 1651 · IC 2442+ KD 69155+ 5674 | 5:16 AM Warsaw Central | 9h15 | 2:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 1810 · IC 7316 · IC 2442+ KD 69155 | 5:32 AM Warsaw Central | 8h59 | 2:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 246 · 18389 | On time 7:00 AM Warsaw Central | 7h52 | 2:52 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EIC 1854 · EC 230 · 18355 · S4 | 8:00 AM Warsaw Central | 8h12 | 4:12 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 48 · 18375 · 18391 | On time 9:00 AM Warsaw Central | 7h52 | 4:52 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 46 · 18377 · 18393 | On time 11:00 AM Warsaw Central | 7h52 | 6:52 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 42 · 18397 | On time 3:00 PM Warsaw Central | 7h52 | 10:52 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 40 · BUS 40040 · ICE 2543 · S5 | On time 5:00 PM Warsaw Central | 11h26 | 4:26 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 1648 · TLK 38194 · IC 2046+ KD 5300 | 8:20 PM Warsaw Central | 12h11 | 8:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 1648 · TLK 38194 · IC 2046+ 26900 | On time 8:20 PM Warsaw Central | 12h11 | 8:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Warsaw to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) but you can travel from only $40 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 374 miles (602 km) distance in 6h 42m.
Distance 374 miles (602 km) |
Average train duration 7h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 42m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 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.
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 Warsaw 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 Warsaw to Leipzig trains use the Warszawa Centralna to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Warsaw and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Warszawa Centralna 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: Strefa Centralna, Restauracja Halka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Centralna. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Centralna. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Centralna: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warsaw Marriott Hotel, InterContinental Warsaw, Novotel Warszawa Centrum.
Warszawa Zachodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Zachodnia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Warszawski Lukier, Bistro Trojka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Campanile Varsovie, Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre.
Warszawa Gdańska is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Gdańska has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restauracja Polska Różana, Kawiarnia Kafka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Gdańska. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Gdańska. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Gdańska: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Gdańska: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Gdańska: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Warszawa Stare Miasto, Hotel Hetman, Hotel Maria.
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-Engelsdorf is 7 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig-Engelsdorf 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: Athos, Zur Standuhr, Fortuna Klause, Zappendorfer Wurstmacher
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig-Engelsdorf. ATMs are available at Leipzig-Engelsdorf.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig-Engelsdorf. Information desks are available at Leipzig-Engelsdorf.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig-Engelsdorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig-Engelsdorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig-Engelsdorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig-Engelsdorf.
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