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Museum der bildenden Künste Leipzig
Leipzig’s main fine arts museum, known for Old Masters, modern works, and the Leipzig School. A strong choice for both classic and contemporary art.
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
69 km
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 $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zwickau for Leipzig on Sun, Jun 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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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S5Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zwickau to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
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$42 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 28m.
Tickets start at around $42 (€34) compared to roughly $16 (€13) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-26.37 (€-21.48). The journey takes 1h 28m versus 1h 13m 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 Zwickau to Leipzig trains for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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S5 | 4:03 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h27 | 5:30 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5 | 5:01 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h29 | 6:30 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X | 5:51 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h09 | 7:00 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X | 6:49 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h11 | 8:00 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5 | 7:06 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h24 | 8:30 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X | 7:51 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h09 | 9:00 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X | 8:49 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h11 | 10:00 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5 | 9:06 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h24 | 10:30 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X | 9:51 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h09 | 11:00 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | |
S5X | 11:51 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h09 | 1:00 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X | 12:49 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h11 | 2:00 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5 | 1:06 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h24 | 2:30 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X | 1:51 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h09 | 3:00 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X | 2:49 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h11 | 4:00 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5 | 3:06 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h24 | 4:30 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X | 3:51 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h09 | 5:00 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X | 4:49 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h11 | 6:00 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Zwickau to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 4 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 15m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:15 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 main fine arts museum, known for Old Masters, modern works, and the Leipzig School. A strong choice for both classic and contemporary art.
Compact museum opposite St. Thomas Church, dedicated to Johann Sebastian Bach’s life, music, and Leipzig years.
Modern history museum focused on life in East Germany, reunification, and contemporary German democracy. Centrally located and easy to visit.
Historic market square in the old town, surrounded by major civic buildings. A natural starting point for exploring central Leipzig.
Large central square framed by the opera, Gewandhaus, and university buildings. One of Leipzig’s most important urban spaces.
Elegant arcade known for historic shopping architecture and classic Leipzig passage culture. Very popular for photos and short walks.
A classic Leipzig vegetable dish of young peas, carrots, asparagus and morels, often enriched with crayfish tails. It is the city’s best-known traditional specialty.
A famous Leipzig pastry made with shortcrust dough and a sweet filling of almonds, nuts and jam. It replaced the historic bird dish and is now a local symbol.
A traditional top-fermented sour wheat beer associated with Leipzig and nearby Goslar. It is lightly salty and coriander-spiced, making it one of the region’s most distinctive drinks.
Upscale restaurant in the Gewandhaus known for refined modern cuisine and polished service. A strong fine-dining choice in Leipzig.
Historic vaulted restaurant in the Mädler Passage, famous for classic Saxon and German dishes and its connection to Goethe’s Faust. Traditional and atmospheric.
Well-known traditional restaurant beneath the New Town Hall, serving Saxon specialties, beer and hearty regional fare in a historic setting.
Generally cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt. Dining and transit are reasonable, but central hotels can cost more during fairs and events.
Service is often included, but rounding up is standard. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxis, and small tips are optional in cafés.
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