1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
1 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
1 h 2 m
Trains on 08 Sept
9
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chemnitz to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chemnitz to Leipzig will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 9 trains from Chemnitz to Leipzig, including 9 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
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74177Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chemnitz to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 68 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Chemnitz to Leipzig:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chemnitz to Leipzig costing on average £26.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 28m.
Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-14.75. The journey takes 1h 4m versus 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Chemnitz to Leipzig trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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74183 | 15:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 1h02 | 16:33 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 8 September | |||||
74161 | 4:21 Chemnitz Hbf | 1h04 | 5:25 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
74163 | 5:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 1h02 | 6:33 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
74165 | 6:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 1h02 | 7:33 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
74167 | 7:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 1h02 | 8:33 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
74169 | 8:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 1h02 | 9:33 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
74171 | 9:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 1h02 | 10:33 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
74173 | 10:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 1h02 | 11:33 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
74175 | 11:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 1h02 | 12:33 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
74177 | 12:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 1h02 | 13:33 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Chemnitz to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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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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Leipzig Hbf -> Augustusplatz, Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chemnitz 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 Chemnitz to Leipzig trains use the Chemnitz Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite. Use this guide to compare Chemnitz and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Chemnitz Hbf is 1 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Chemnitz Hbf 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: Genießer-Eck, Delphi, Zum Haineck, Japanisches Restaurant Osaka
Wi-Fi is available at Chemnitz Hbf. ATMs are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Information desks are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Chemnitzer Hof, Hotel Sächsischer Hof, Hotel an der Oper, Hotel Elisenhof.
Chemnitz-Siegmar is 5 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Chemnitz-Siegmar 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: Brauerei Reichenbrand, König Imbiss, Asia Imbiss, Marschner's Eiscafe
Wi-Fi is available at Chemnitz-Siegmar. ATMs are available at Chemnitz-Siegmar.
Ticket office support is available at Chemnitz-Siegmar. Information desks are available at Chemnitz-Siegmar.
Luggage storage is available at Chemnitz-Siegmar. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chemnitz-Siegmar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chemnitz-Siegmar: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chemnitz-Siegmar.
Nearby hotels include Rabensteiner Hof.
Chemnitz Süd is 1 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Chemnitz Süd 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: McDonald's, Maharadscha Palast, Café Südeck, Sofra-Dürüm-Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Chemnitz Süd. ATMs are available at Chemnitz Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Chemnitz Süd. Information desks are available at Chemnitz Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Chemnitz Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chemnitz Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chemnitz Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chemnitz Süd.
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 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.
Leipzig Markt 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: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
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