The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Leipzig
Cheapest price
£245
Average price
£245
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 51 m
Average duration
1 d 10 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1353 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Leipzig will cost around £245 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £245.
To travel from Barcelona to Leipzig you need to make at least 3 changes.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £68. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £68, and a flight costs an average of £136.
Distance: 1353 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£247 Average Price | £122 Average Price Cheapest | £411 Average Price |
35h 21m Average total duration 34h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28h 44m Average total duration 28h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.1 - 8.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Leipzig trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:19 Barcelona | 34h51 | 19:10 Leipzig | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Leipzig
Trains from Barcelona to Leipzig run on average 3 times per day, taking around 34h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £247 but you can travel from only £68 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 1353 km distance in 34h 51m.
Distance 1353 km |
Average train duration 34h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £247 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 34h 51m |
First train 00:35 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to Leipzig trainsRenfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and Leipzig from £68. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barcelona to Leipzig train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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 Barcelona and Leipzig
- 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
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