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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£84
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
3 h
Trains on 20 Sept
26
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 26 trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 296 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
ICE 59022:152h54Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1:09Leipzig Hbf£321One-way0 changes- ICE 698 · S53:313h56Frankfurt (Main) Hbf7:27Leipzig Hbf£421One-way1 change
- ICE 1021 · ICE 90422:196h19Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4:38Leipzig Hbf£451One-way1 change
- S4 · IC 60409 · S50:525h35Frankfurt (Main) Hbf6:27Leipzig Hbf£491One-way2 changes
- ICE 165921:193h12Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0:31Leipzig Hbf£581One-way0 changes
- ICE 59022:152h54Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1:09Leipzig Hbf£321One-way0 changes
- ICE 932 · ICE 6009:023h02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf12:04Leipzig Hbf£721One-way1 change
- ICE 930 · ICE 50811:023h02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf14:04Leipzig Hbf£831One-way1 change
- ICE 934 · ICE 6027:023h02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf10:04Leipzig Hbf£721One-way1 change
- ICE 838 · ICE 50613:023h02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf16:04Leipzig Hbf£1131One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a flight costs an average of £145.
Distance: 296 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price | £145 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf costing on average £64.
A coach is £113 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf costing on average £145.
Other travel options to Leipzig Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 20m.
Coach takes on average 5h 53m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (3h 20m by train vs 3h 39m by car). Tickets start at around £64 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 698 · S5 | Delayed 1:31 3:31Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h56 | 7:27 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 932 · ICE 600 | Delayed 7:03 9:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h02 | 12:04 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 692 · S35 | 10:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h27 | 13:42 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 930 · ICE 508 | On time 11:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h02 | 14:04 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 2844 · S35 | On time 12:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h27 | 15:42 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 838 · ICE 506 | On time 13:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h02 | 16:04 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 838 · ICE 2792 | On time 13:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h02 | 16:04 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1651 | On time 13:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h12 | 16:31 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 598 · ICE 1506 · S35 | On time 14:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h27 | 17:42 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 598 · S35 | 14:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h27 | 17:42 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 751 · ICE 504 | On time 15:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h02 | 18:04 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1653 | On time 15:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h12 | 18:31 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 596 · S35 | 16:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h27 | 19:42 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 834 · ICE 502 | On time 17:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h02 | 20:04 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1655 | On time 17:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h12 | 20:31 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 594 | On time 18:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h54 | 21:09 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 594 · S35 | 18:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h27 | 21:42 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
| S4 · IC 60409 · S5 | 0:52 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h35 | 6:27 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 696 · S35 | 6:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h27 | 9:42 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 934 · ICE 602 | On time 7:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h02 | 10:04 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1555 | On time 7:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h12 | 10:31 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 694 · S35 | 8:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h27 | 11:42 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf
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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:31, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 1:31 |
Last train 20:50 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Leipzig Hbf from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Leipzig Hbf
Most Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hbf trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Leipzig Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) 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 and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof from Leipzig city centre
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.
Most popular train connections from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Most popular trains to and from Leipzig Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
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