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The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Leipzig
Showing times and prices for 01 Dec
Cheapest price
£107
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
9 h 34 m
Average duration
10 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
482 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Leipzig will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £107.
Fast trains
To travel from Copenhagen to Leipzig you need to make at least 2 changes.
EC 395 · ICE 771 · IC 243310:229h53
Copenhagen Central Station20:15Leipzig Hbf
£1071One-way
2 changes
IC 137 · IC 5759 · RE 11175 · ICE 117109:5011h32
Copenhagen Central Station21:22Leipzig Hbf
£1181One-way
4 changes
EC 395 · ICE 1615 · RE 16945 · RE 1612710:229h34
Copenhagen Central Station19:56Leipzig Hbf
£1181One-way
3 changes
EC 393 · ICE 1603 · ICE 80108:2210h20
Copenhagen Central Station18:42Leipzig Hbf
£1191One-way
2 changes
EC 393 · ICE 1603 · RE 16941 · RE 1612308:229h34
Copenhagen Central Station17:56Leipzig Hbf
£1301One-way
3 changes
EC 395 · ICE 1615 · RE 16945 · RE 1612710:229h34
Copenhagen Central Station19:56Leipzig Hbf
£1181One-way
3 changes
EC 393 · ICE 1603 · RE 16941 · RE 1612308:229h34
Copenhagen Central Station17:56Leipzig Hbf
£1301One-way
3 changes
EC 395 · ICE 771 · IC 243310:229h53
Copenhagen Central Station20:15Leipzig Hbf
£1071One-way
2 changes
EC 393 · ICE 1603 · ICE 80108:2210h20
Copenhagen Central Station18:42Leipzig Hbf
£1191One-way
2 changes
IC 137 · IC 5759 · RE 11175 · ICE 117109:5011h32
Copenhagen Central Station21:22Leipzig Hbf
£1181One-way
4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Copenhagen to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £149.
Distance: 482 km
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£102 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £500 Average Price |
10h 12m Average total duration 9h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 47m Average total duration 11h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Copenhagen to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Leipzig trains for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:05
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 395 · ICE 1615 · RE 16945 · RE 16127 | On time 08:58 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h58 | 18:56 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
| EC 395 · ICE 771 · IC 2433 | On time 08:58 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h17 | 19:15 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICL 43 · IC 55761 · RE 11179 · ICE 273 | On time 10:52 Copenhagen Central Station | 11h26 | 22:18 Leipzig Hbf | 4 changes | |
| Monday 1 December | |||||
| EC 393 · ICE 1603 · ICE 801 | On time 07:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h20 | 17:42 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
| EC 393 · ICE 1603 · RE 16941 · RE 16123 | On time 07:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h34 | 16:56 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Leipzig
Denmark
Germany
Trains from Copenhagen to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 482 km distance in 8h 45m.
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
Coach from £30
Distance 482 km |
Average train duration 9h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 8h 45m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
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
Coach from £30
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Metronom from Copenhagen to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, Metronom trains will get you between Copenhagen and Leipzig from £30. 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 Duration
8h 20m
Cheapest Price
£55
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 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
Metronom
About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Metronom frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Copenhagen to Leipzig train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen 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.
A visit to Leipzig typically requires about 2 to 3 days to explore its main attractions, including the St. Thomas Church, Leipzig Zoo, and the Museum of Fine Arts.
In Leipzig, explore the vibrant Karl-Heine-Straße with its eclectic mix of shops, cafes, and street art. Attend a world-class performance at the Leipzig Opera House or enjoy a serene escape at the Leipzig Botanical Garden. Discover contemporary German history at the Zeitgeschichtliches Forum and take a leisurely boat tour along Leipzig's canals. Visit St. Thomas Church, associated with Johann Sebastian Bach, and explore the modern Leipzig Zoo. Don't miss the Monument to the Battle of the Nations and the Leipzig Panometer, or admire European art at the Museum of Fine Arts.
The train journey from Copenhagen to Leipzig offers scenic views, including picturesque Danish countryside, charming coastal landscapes, and the lush greenery of northern Germany, making it a pleasant experience for travellers.
The cheapest way to get from Copenhagen to Leipzig is by coach, costing approximately £30.
The train distance from Copenhagen to Leipzig is 482 km.
A day trip from Copenhagen to Leipzig is not feasible as the travel duration is 8h 45m. Trains run 7 times per day over a distance of 482 km.
Booking trains from Copenhagen to Leipzig in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Copenhagen to Leipzig departs at 23:55.
There is no night train service from Copenhagen to Leipzig.
The train journey from Copenhagen to Leipzig covers a distance of 482 km and takes approximately 8h 45m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Copenhagen to Leipzig can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £102.
The train station in Copenhagen that goes to Leipzig is Copenhagen Central Station, and it arrives at Leipzig Hbf.
The first train from Copenhagen to Leipzig leaves at 0:04.
Trains from Copenhagen to Leipzig run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Copenhagen to Leipzig.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Copenhagen to Leipzig.
To get from Copenhagen to Leipzig, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen and Leipzig
Copenhagen
Leipzig
The major train station for departures in Copenhagen is Dybboelsbro st. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dybboelsbro st for your trip from Copenhagen to Leipzig.
Dybboelsbro st
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
13Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
Dining
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- DKK 5
Hotel
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
Public transport options for København Hovedb.
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
Nordhavn St.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalSvanemoellen st
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmSydhavn st
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalVesterport st
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalThe major train station for arrivals in Leipzig is Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof for your journey to Leipzig from Copenhagen.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
23Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
Dining
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- 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
Public transport options for Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- 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
Leipzig-Stötteritz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Nori
- Asia Imbiss
- Globus Döner
- Asia-Imbiss
Hotel
- Hotel Berlin
- Jahrhunderthotel Leipzig
- Balance Hotel
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
26Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with multiple entry points around the station.
Dining
- Restaurant Weinstock
- Auerbachs Keller
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- Leipzig Marriott Hotel
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
Shower
- Cost €6
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-12 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
Public transport options for Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 7, 10, 12, 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
Leipzig Markt
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
Hotel
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
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