1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£81
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£106
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
7 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
7 h 28 m
Trains on 13 Sept
5
Distance
605 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Leipzig will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
To travel from Bern to Leipzig you need to make at least one change.
IC 976 · ICE 102 · ICE 592
ICE 276 · ICE 592
EC 30462 · EC 150 · ICE 1657
IC 972 · ICE 104 · ICE 594
ICE 106 · ICE 596
IC 976 · ICE 102 · ICE 592
IC 972 · ICE 104 · ICE 594
ICE 106 · ICE 596
EC 30462 · EC 150 · ICE 1657
ICE 276 · ICE 592Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £52 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, while a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 605 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest | £161 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 47m Average total duration Fastest 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 17m Average total duration 12h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Leipzig:
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Leipzig costing on average £77.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Coach takes on average 12h 47m.
The journey is about 11m faster (7h 17m by train vs 7h 28m by car) and roughly £84 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£77 vs £161). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Leipzig trains for today, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 956 · ICE 202 · ICE 692 | On time 6:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h05 | 13:09 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 374 · ICE 690 | On time 7:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h05 | 15:09 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 960 · ICE 200 · ICE 690 | On time 8:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h05 | 15:09 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 372 · ICE 598 | On time 9:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h05 | 17:09 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 598 | On time 10:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h05 | 17:09 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 598 · ICE 1506 | 10:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h38 | 17:42 Leipzig Hbf | 4 changes | |
ICE 106 · ICE 596 | On time 12:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h05 | 19:09 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 972 · ICE 104 · ICE 594 | On time 14:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h05 | 21:09 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Bern to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 605 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 605 km |
Average train duration 7h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 7h 5m |
First train 0:27 |
Last train 23:55 |
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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.
Major art museum with old masters, modern works and Leipzig painting. A strong choice for both classic and contemporary art.
Museum in Bach’s former home, presenting manuscripts, instruments and his life in Leipzig. Essential for music lovers.
Museum of printing, design and book culture in a historic industrial setting. Especially rewarding for visitors interested in crafts and media history.
Leipzig’s central square framed by historic buildings, arcades and markets. A natural base for exploring the old town on foot.
Elegant passage linking city-centre streets with shops, architecture and a striking glass roof. One of Leipzig’s signature urban walks.
Canal-side former industrial district now known for galleries, studios and street art. Popular for a slower local walk beyond the centre.
A hearty Saxon potato soup, often finished with sausage or bacon. It is a comforting regional staple found in Leipzig homes and traditional inns.
Pan-fried freshwater fish from the Leipzig area, traditionally served simply to highlight local river and lake produce.
Leipzig’s best-known vegetable dish: peas, carrots, asparagus and morels, classically enriched with crayfish and butter. A historic local speciality.
Elegant restaurant in the Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof offering refined modern cuisine in a polished central setting.
Historic Auerbachs Keller serves classic Saxon and German dishes in a famous vaulted setting popular for traditional Leipzig dining.
Well-known restaurant focusing on Saxon and German specialities with a cosy, traditional interior near the city centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, dining and public transport are often a little cheaper than in Berlin, Munich or Hamburg, making Leipzig good value for city breaks.
Service is usually not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants. Tell the server the total amount when paying.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern 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.

Most Bern to Leipzig trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Messe. Use this guide to compare Bern and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bern Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
Leipzig Messe is 6 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Messe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Dönerhaus, Grand Canyon, Graf Zeppelin, Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Messe. ATMs are available at Leipzig Messe.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Messe. Information desks are available at Leipzig Messe.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Messe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Messe.
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