The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Leipzig
Cheapest price
£354
Average price
£354
Fastest journey
19 h 13 m
Average duration
19 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
985 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Leipzig will cost around £354 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £354.
To travel from Birmingham to Leipzig you need to make at least 3 changes.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Birmingham to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £114. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £114, and a flight costs an average of £495.
Distance: 985 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£352 Average Price | £495 Average Price | £114 Average Price Cheapest |
17h 40m Average total duration 17h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 35h 20m Average total duration 34h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.0 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Leipzig trains for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:21 Birmingham | 13h03 | 20:24 Leipzig | 3 changes | |
![]() | 09:21 Birmingham | 13h03 | 22:24 Leipzig | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Leipzig
Trains from Birmingham to Leipzig run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £352 but you can travel from only £114 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 16:41. The fastest train covers the 985 km distance in 13h 1m.
Distance 985 km |
Average train duration 17h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £352 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 13h 1m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 16:41 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Leipzig trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham and Leipzig from £114. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Leipzig train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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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