The cheapest and fastest trains from Bamberg to Leipzig
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
3 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bamberg to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bamberg to Leipzig will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bamberg for Leipzig every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bamberg to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bamberg to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £90.
Distance: 191 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £294 Average Price |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bamberg to Leipzig train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:59 Bamberg | 3h10 | 08:09 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:00 Bamberg | 3h09 | 12:09 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:42 Bamberg | 2h09 | 11:51 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 Bamberg | 3h09 | 14:09 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:22 Bamberg | 3h46 | 15:08 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Bamberg to Leipzig by coach, train or flight
06 Nov
07 Nov
08 Nov
09 Nov
10 Nov
11 Nov
12 Nov
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bamberg to Leipzig
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity from Bamberg to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Bamberg and Leipzig from £12. 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.
ÖBB | InterCity
FAQs: Bamberg to Leipzig train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bamberg and Leipzig
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Ludwigstraße.
- Restaurant Kachelofen
- Brauerei Spezial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Bamberg
- Best Western Hotel Bamberg
- Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional trains to nearby cities
- 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
Most popular train connections from Bamberg
More options for your journey from Bamberg to Leipzig
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
