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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zwickau to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zwickau to Leipzig will cost around CHF 32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF 30.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 5 trains from Zwickau to Leipzig, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.
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Trains from Zwickau to Leipzig run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF 28 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF 28 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Zwickau to Leipzig.
The table below shows live departures for Zwickau to Leipzig trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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74045 · 74165 | 5:39 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h54 | 7:33 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
74047 · 74167 | 6:39 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h54 | 8:33 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
74047+ 80162+ S5 | 6:39 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h49 | 8:28 AM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
74047+ 80162+ S5 | 6:39 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h51 | 8:30 AM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 2 transfers | |
74049 · 74169 · S4 | 7:39 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 2h06 | 9:45 AM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
74049 · 74169 | 7:39 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h54 | 9:33 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
74051 · 74171 | 8:39 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h54 | 10:33 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
74051+ 80164+ S5 | 8:39 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h49 | 10:28 AM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
74051+ 80164+ S5 | 8:39 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h51 | 10:30 AM Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 2 transfers | |
74053 · 74173 · S4 | 9:39 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 2h06 | 11:45 AM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
74053 · 74173 | 9:39 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h54 | 11:33 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
74055+ 80166+ S5 | 10:39 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h49 | 12:28 PM Leipzig Markt | 2 transfers | |
S5X | 10:49 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h11 | 12:00 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5 | 11:06 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h24 | 12:30 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zwickau 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 Zwickau to Leipzig trains use the Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. Use this guide to compare Zwickau and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf is 1 km from Zwickau city centre. Public transport options include:
Zwickau(Sachs) 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: Grüne Wiese, DB Casino, Dönerhaus Bosporus, Cafeteria Stadtverwaltung
Wi-Fi is available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf. ATMs are available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf. Information desks are available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Aparthotel 1A.
Zwickau Zentrum is 1 km from Zwickau city centre. Public transport options include:
Zwickau Zentrum has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Zwickau Zentrum.
ATMs are available at Zwickau Zentrum.
Available at Zwickau Zentrum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zwickau Zentrum: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zwickau Zentrum.
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.
Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Weinstock, Auerbachs Keller
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, Leipzig Marriott Hotel, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
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