- Must visit
Museum der bildenden Künste
Major art museum with old masters, modern works and Leipzig painting. A strong choice for both classic and contemporary art.
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Overview: Train from Bucharest to Leipzig
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Trains from Bucharest to Leipzig run on average 3 times per day, taking around 27h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £270 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 17:16. The fastest train covers the 1277 km distance in 26h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £28
Distance 1277 km |
Average train duration 27h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £270 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 26h 40m |
First train 3:45 |
Last train 17:16 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £28
Why should you book Bucharest to Leipzig trains with Omio?
Deutsche Bahn operates all trains services from Bucharest to Leipzig.
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Bucharest to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bucharest and Leipzig from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
26h 40m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£270
Deutsche Bahn frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Leipzig
Things to do in Leipzig
Discover the best of Leipzig — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leipzig trip today.
- Recommended
Bach-Museum
Museum in Bach’s former home, presenting manuscripts, instruments and his life in Leipzig. Essential for music lovers.
- Recommended
Museum für Druckkunst
Museum of printing, design and book culture in a historic industrial setting. Especially rewarding for visitors interested in crafts and media history.
- Must visit
Marktplatz
Leipzig’s central square framed by historic buildings, arcades and markets. A natural base for exploring the old town on foot.
- Must visit
Mädler-Passage
Elegant passage linking city-centre streets with shops, architecture and a striking glass roof. One of Leipzig’s signature urban walks.
- Recommended
Plagwitz
Canal-side former industrial district now known for galleries, studios and street art. Popular for a slower local walk beyond the centre.
- Gluten-free
Sächsische Kartoffelsuppe
A hearty Saxon potato soup, often finished with sausage or bacon. It is a comforting regional staple found in Leipzig homes and traditional inns.
- Gluten-free
Leipziger Allerlei mit Flussfisch
Pan-fried freshwater fish from the Leipzig area, traditionally served simply to highlight local river and lake produce.
Leipziger Allerlei
Leipzig’s best-known vegetable dish: peas, carrots, asparagus and morels, classically enriched with crayfish and butter. A historic local speciality.
Brasserie Le Grand
Elegant restaurant in the Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof offering refined modern cuisine in a polished central setting.
Auerbachs Keller
Historic Auerbachs Keller serves classic Saxon and German dishes in a famous vaulted setting popular for traditional Leipzig dining.
Thüringer Hof
Well-known restaurant focusing on Saxon and German specialities with a cosy, traditional interior near the city centre.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.80-4.20 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
LeipzigMOVE
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €3.60
- Day pass
- >= €9.00
To the city centre
Leipzig Hbf -> Augustusplatz, Leipzig
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Buy tickets in LeipzigMOVE, from tram ticket machines, or from the bus driver. On buses, debit and credit cards are accepted; on trams, ticket machines take coins only.
- A Leipzig single ticket in zone 110 is valid for 1 hour and allows changes between bus, tram and train within its validity period.
FAQs: Bucharest to Leipzig train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bucharest 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Bucharest to Leipzig can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £270, while the average price tends to be around £307.
The train journey from Bucharest to Leipzig covers a distance of 1277 km and takes approximately 26h 40m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Bucharest to Leipzig is 1277 km.
The first train from Bucharest to Leipzig leaves at 3:45.
The last train from Bucharest to Leipzig departs at 17:16.
Trains from Bucharest to Leipzig run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bucharest to Leipzig.
There is no night train service from Bucharest to Leipzig.
The train station in Bucharest that goes to Leipzig is Bucharest, and it arrives at Leipzig Hbf.
Booking trains from Bucharest to Leipzig in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bucharest to Leipzig offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the Carpathian Mountains and Transylvanian countryside, providing picturesque landscapes and glimpses of historical towns along the route.
Yes, you can take the train from Bucharest to Leipzig.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bucharest and Leipzig
Most Bucharest to Leipzig trains use the Bucharest to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Bucharest and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bucharest
Arrival train stations in Leipzig
Which Bucharest station do trains to Leipzig leave from?
Trains from Bucharest to Leipzig leave from Bucharest. The station is 3 km from Bucharest city centre at Pta Gara de Nord, 3, Bucuresti-Sector 1, Bucuresti, București, Romania.
BucharestPta Gara de Nord, 3, Bucuresti-Sector 1, Bucuresti, București, Romania+40 31 805 7890
City-centre transport
Getting to Bucharest from Bucharest city centre
Bucharest is 3 km from Bucharest city centre. Public transport options include:
Train85 · 15m · every ~11 min
Bus123 · 17m · £0.89 · every ~15 min
123 · 19m · £0.89 · every ~15 min
SubwayM1 · 16m · every ~16 min
Bucharest train station facilities and services
Bucharest has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bucharest.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bucharest. ATMs are available at Bucharest.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bucharest: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bucharest: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bucharest.
Which Leipzig station do trains from Bucharest arrive at?
Trains from Bucharest to Leipzig arrive at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Leipzig Hauptbahnhof is 1 km from Leipzig city centre.
Leipzig HauptbahnhofWilly-Brandt-Platz 5, 04109 Leipzig, Germany+49 341 9686190
City-centre transport
Getting to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof from Leipzig city centre
TrainS5x, S5, S4, S3, S1, S2 · 1m · £0.89 · every ~23 min
BusN3, 89 · 9m · every ~11 min
Tram9 · 8m · every ~11 min
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
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