1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 9 m
Trains on 17 Sept
2
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 2 trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 143 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite costing on average £44.
Other travel options to Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 30m.
You'll arrive about 37m sooner (1h 15m by train vs 1h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £44 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 15:39. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 6:20 |
Last train 15:39 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite 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 Hbf, Ostseite, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite trains use the Berlin Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin Südkreuz station and Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz 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: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
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.