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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 20
$84
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$185
Fastest journey on Oct 20
7 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
7 h 19 m
Trains on Oct 20
10
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Leipzig will cost around $185 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Leipzig without transferring at least once.
IC 794 · ICE 372 · ICE 1651
ICE 370 · ICE 1653
ICE 108 · ICE 598
ICE 200 · ICE 690
ICE 108 · ICE 598 · ICE 1506 · S5X
ICE 108 · ICE 598
ICE 200 · ICE 690
ICE 108 · ICE 598
IC 794 · ICE 372 · ICE 1651
ICE 370 · ICE 1653Trains from Zurich to Leipzig run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) but you can travel from only $44 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 323 miles (521 km) distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 323 miles (521 km) |
Average train duration 7h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 200 · ICE 690 | On time 7:59 AM Zurich HB | 7h10 | 3:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 794 · ICE 372 · ICE 1651 | On time 8:59 AM Zurich HB | 7h32 | 4:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 794+ ICE 372 · ICE 1651 | On time 8:59 AM Zurich HB | 7h32 | 4:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 108 · ICE 598 · ICE 1506 · S5X | On time 9:59 AM Zurich HB | 7h58 | 5:57 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 108 · ICE 598 | On time 9:59 AM Zurich HB | 7h10 | 5:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 108 · ICE 598 | On time 9:59 AM Zurich HB | 7h10 | 5:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 108 · ICE 598 · ICE 504 | On time 9:59 AM Zurich HB | 8h05 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 108 · ICE 598 · ICE 1506+ DB S5X | On time 9:59 AM Zurich HB | 7h58 | 5:57 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 370 · ICE 1653 | On time 10:59 AM Zurich HB | 7h32 | 6:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 370 · ICE 1653 | On time 10:59 AM Zurich HB | 7h32 | 6:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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 Zurich 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 Zurich to Leipzig trains use the Zürich HB to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Stadelhofen 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: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord.
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 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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