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Museum der bildenden Künste
Major art museum with old masters, modern works and Leipzig painting. A strong choice for both classic and contemporary art.
Cheapest price on 19 Oct
£9
Average ticket price on 19 Oct
£29
Fastest journey on 19 Oct
39 m
Average journey duration on 19 Oct
40 m
Trains on 19 Oct
16
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erfurt to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erfurt to Leipzig will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Mon 19 Oct, we found 16 trains from Erfurt to Leipzig, including 9 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 40 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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ICE 1559
ICE 508
ICE 1206
ICE 696
ICE 508
ICE 602
ICE 692
ICE 694
ICE 696Trains from Erfurt to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 37m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Erfurt to Leipzig trains for today, Sunday 18 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 696 | Delayed 6:31 8:29Erfurt Hbf | 0h40 | 9:09 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 696 · S3 | Delayed 6:31 8:29Erfurt Hbf | 0h50 | 9:19 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1604 · S5X | On time 8:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h13 | 9:59 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1604 · S5X | On time 8:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h11 | 9:57 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 change | |
ICE 602 | On time 9:25 Erfurt Hbf | 0h39 | 10:04 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 602 · S4 | On time 9:25 Erfurt Hbf | 0h49 | 10:14 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1555 | On time 9:49 Erfurt Hbf | 0h42 | 10:31 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1555 · S4 | On time 9:49 Erfurt Hbf | 0h55 | 10:44 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 694 | On time 10:29 Erfurt Hbf | 0h40 | 11:09 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 694 · S3 | On time 10:29 Erfurt Hbf | 0h50 | 11:19 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1602 · S5X | On time 10:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h11 | 11:57 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 change | |
ICE 1602 · S5X | On time 10:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h13 | 11:59 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 600 | On time 11:25 Erfurt Hbf | 0h39 | 12:04 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 600 · S4 | On time 11:25 Erfurt Hbf | 0h49 | 12:14 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1557 | On time 11:49 Erfurt Hbf | 0h42 | 12:31 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1557 · S4 | On time 11:49 Erfurt Hbf | 0h55 | 12:44 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 692 | On time 12:29 Erfurt Hbf | 0h40 | 13:09 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 692 · S3 | On time 12:29 Erfurt Hbf | 0h50 | 13:19 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1600 · S5X | On time 12:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h13 | 13:59 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1600 · S5X | On time 12:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h11 | 13:57 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 change | |
ICE 508 | On time 13:25 Erfurt Hbf | 0h39 | 14:04 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 508 · S4 | On time 13:25 Erfurt Hbf | 0h49 | 14:14 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1559 · S4 | On time 13:49 Erfurt Hbf | 0h55 | 14:44 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1559 | On time 13:49 Erfurt Hbf | 0h42 | 14:31 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1206 · S5X | On time 14:02 Erfurt Hbf | 0h57 | 14:59 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1206 | On time 14:02 Erfurt Hbf | 0h41 | 14:43 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 690 · S3 | On time 14:29 Erfurt Hbf | 0h50 | 15:19 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 690 | On time 14:29 Erfurt Hbf | 0h40 | 15:09 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1508 · S5X | On time 14:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h13 | 15:59 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1508 · S5X | On time 14:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h11 | 15:57 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 change | |
ICE 506 | On time 15:25 Erfurt Hbf | 0h39 | 16:04 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 506 · S4 | On time 15:25 Erfurt Hbf | 0h49 | 16:14 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1651 · S4 | On time 15:49 Erfurt Hbf | 0h55 | 16:44 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1651 | On time 15:49 Erfurt Hbf | 0h42 | 16:31 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 598 | On time 16:29 Erfurt Hbf | 0h40 | 17:09 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 598 · S3 | On time 16:29 Erfurt Hbf | 0h50 | 17:19 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1506 · S5X | On time 16:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h13 | 17:59 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1506 · S5X | On time 16:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h11 | 17:57 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 change | |
ICE 504 · S4 | On time 17:25 Erfurt Hbf | 0h49 | 18:14 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 504 | On time 17:25 Erfurt Hbf | 0h39 | 18:04 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1653 | On time 17:49 Erfurt Hbf | 0h42 | 18:31 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1653 · S4 | On time 17:49 Erfurt Hbf | 0h55 | 18:44 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 90 · S5X | On time 18:02 Erfurt Hbf | 0h57 | 18:59 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 90 | On time 18:02 Erfurt Hbf | 0h43 | 18:45 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 596 | Delayed 16:34 18:29Erfurt Hbf | 0h40 | 17:12 17:12Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 596 · S3 | Delayed 16:34 18:29Erfurt Hbf | 0h50 | 19:19 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1504 · S5X | On time 18:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h13 | 19:59 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1504 · S5X | On time 18:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h11 | 19:57 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 change | |
ICE 502 · S4 | On time 19:25 Erfurt Hbf | 0h49 | 20:14 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 502 | On time 19:25 Erfurt Hbf | 0h39 | 20:04 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1655 · S3 | On time 19:49 Erfurt Hbf | 1h00 | 20:49 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1655 | On time 19:49 Erfurt Hbf | 0h42 | 20:31 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 594 | On time 20:29 Erfurt Hbf | 0h40 | 21:09 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 594 · S3 | On time 20:29 Erfurt Hbf | 0h50 | 21:19 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1502 · S5X | On time 20:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h14 | 22:00 Leipzig Markt | 1 change | |
ICE 1502 · S5X | On time 20:46 Erfurt Hbf | 1h11 | 21:57 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 change | |
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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 Erfurt 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 Erfurt to Leipzig trains use the Erfurt Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig-Leutzsch. Use this guide to compare Erfurt and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Erfurt 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: Istanbul Grill, McDonald's, Masala, Planet Comics
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Hbf. ATMs are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Hbf. Information desks are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Krämerbrücke, Intercity Hotel, Pension am Dom, Best Western Plus Hotel Excelsior.
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-Leutzsch is 4 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig-Leutzsch 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: Grüne Aue, Altes Gambrinus, Katharina, Bajwa´s Pizzaservice
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig-Leutzsch. ATMs are available at Leipzig-Leutzsch.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig-Leutzsch. Information desks are available at Leipzig-Leutzsch.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig-Leutzsch. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig-Leutzsch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig-Leutzsch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig-Leutzsch.
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