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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
$43
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wiesbaden to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wiesbaden to Leipzig will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 3 trains that leave Wiesbaden for Leipzig on Sun, Jul 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 26 the direct trains cover the 322 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
On Sun, Jul 26 the slowest trains will take 3 h 59 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 Wiesbaden to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $93.
Distance: 200 miles (322 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$93 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $132 Average price | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg 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 Wiesbaden to Leipzig:
A bus is $47 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wiesbaden to Leipzig costing on average $93 (€93).
A bus is $86 (€86) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wiesbaden to Leipzig costing on average $132 (€132).
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 53m.
Bus takes on average 6h 50m.
You'll arrive about 45m sooner (3h 53m by train vs 4h 38m by car). Tickets start at around $93 (€93) compared to roughly $62 (€62) 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 Wiesbaden to Leipzig trains for today, Saturday, July 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 2556+ 25007 | Delayed 7:16 AM 8:32 AMWiesbaden Hbf | 4h37 | 1:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 25 · 4609 · ICE 508+ 25009 | Delayed 8:19 AM 9:32 AMWiesbaden Hbf | 4h32 | 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, July 26 | |||||
![]() | 7:05 AM Wiesbaden | 3h59 | 11:04 AM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Wiesbaden to Leipzig run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 200 miles (322 km) distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 200 miles (322 km) |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€29) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 11:55 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 Wiesbaden 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 Wiesbaden to Leipzig trains use the Wiesbaden Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Grünauer Allee. Use this guide to compare Wiesbaden and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wiesbaden Hbf is 1 km from Wiesbaden city centre. Public transport options include:
Wiesbaden 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: Beef and Bun, Rooster Fried Chicken, Trattoria Da-Balbi, Oranien-Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Wiesbaden Hbf. ATMs are available at Wiesbaden Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Wiesbaden Hbf. Information desks are available at Wiesbaden Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Wiesbaden Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wiesbaden Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wiesbaden Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wiesbaden Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Landeshaus, Hotel Luisenhof, Aurora, Best Western Hotel Wiesbaden.
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 Grünauer Allee is 5 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Grünauer 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: Pizza-Turm, Grünauer Krug, Neuland West, Apollon
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Grünauer Allee. ATMs are available at Leipzig Grünauer Allee.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Grünauer Allee. Information desks are available at Leipzig Grünauer Allee.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Grünauer Allee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Grünauer Allee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Grünauer Allee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Grünauer Allee.
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