The cheapest and fastest trains from Aachen to Leipzig
Cheapest price
£98
Average price
£112
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
6 h 19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
444 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen to Leipzig will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £98.
To travel from Aachen to Leipzig you need to make at least one change.
10909 · ICE 121 · ICE 930 · ICE 508
26813 · ICE 27 · ICE 838 · ICE 506
10909 · 17410 · IC 2155 · ICE 690
ICE 13 · ICE 690
10909 · ICE 121 · ICE 1559
ICE 13 · ICE 690
10909 · ICE 121 · ICE 930 · ICE 508
10909 · ICE 121 · ICE 1559
10909 · 17410 · IC 2155 · ICE 690
26813 · ICE 27 · ICE 838 · ICE 506Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Aachen to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £117.
Distance: 444 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£68 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £363 Average Price |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Aachen to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Leipzig trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
26817 · ICE 612 · ICE 1747 | On time 09:51 Aachen Hbf | 7h10 | 17:01 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 15 · ICE 598 | Delayed 10:40 10:38Aachen Hbf | 5h31 | 16:09 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
26819 · ICE 1644 · ICE 596 | On time 10:51 Aachen Hbf | 7h18 | 18:09 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
26821 · ICE 229 · ICE 834 · ICE 502 | On time 11:51 Aachen Hbf | 7h13 | 19:04 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 315 · ICE 596 | On time 12:38 Aachen Hbf | 5h31 | 18:09 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
10909 · ICE 121 · ICE 930 · ICE 508 | 07:18 Aachen Hbf | 5h46 | 13:04 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
10909 · 17410 · IC 2155 · ICE 690 | On time 07:18 Aachen Hbf | 6h51 | 14:09 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
10909 · ICE 121 · ICE 1559 | On time 07:18 Aachen Hbf | 6h13 | 13:31 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
26813 · ICE 27 · ICE 838 · ICE 506 | 07:51 Aachen Hbf | 7h13 | 15:04 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 13 · ICE 690 | On time 08:38 Aachen Hbf | 5h31 | 14:09 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aachen to Leipzig
Trains from Aachen to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 444 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 444 km |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 25m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Aachen to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Aachen and Leipzig from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Aachen to Leipzig train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aachen and Leipzig
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- McDonald's
- Louisiana
- Dakashi sushi
- Zitalia
- Bestprice Hotel
- Eiscafé am Elsassplatz
- Kennedy Grill
- Közde Kebap
- Imbiss & Kneipe
- Zeppelin Eck
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Bus: Several lines available
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
- Apollon
- Alte Salzstraße
- Telepizza
- Restaurant Dubrovnik
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