The cheapest and fastest trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 19 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
494 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 13 trains that leave Freiburg im Breisgau for Leipzig every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 494 km distance in an average of 5 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 20 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.
IC 60409
IC 60470 · ICE 698 · ICE 1606
ICE 102 · ICE 592 · ICE 790
ICE 272 · ICE 1659 · RB 80915 · IC 494
ICE 108 · ICE 1218 · ICE 796
ICE 102 · ICE 592 · ICE 790
ICE 108 · ICE 1218 · ICE 796
ICE 104 · ICE 594 · ICE 792
ICE 106 · ICE 596 · ICE 794
ICE 200 · ICE 690 · ICE 798Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 36m. 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 £25, and a flight costs an average of £246.
Distance: 494 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£84 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £443 Average Price |
6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration Fastest 5h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 372 · ICE 1559 | On time 07:55 Freiburg Hbf | 5h29 | 13:24 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 200 · ICE 690 · ICE 798 | On time 08:56 Freiburg Hbf | 5h20 | 14:16 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 370 · ICE 1651 | On time 09:55 Freiburg Hbf | 5h29 | 15:24 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 108 · ICE 1218 · ICE 796 | On time 10:56 Freiburg Hbf | 5h20 | 16:16 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 278 · ICE 1653 | On time 11:55 Freiburg Hbf | 5h29 | 17:24 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 106 · ICE 596 · ICE 794 | On time 12:56 Freiburg Hbf | 5h20 | 18:16 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 276 · ICE 1655 | On time 13:55 Freiburg Hbf | 5h29 | 19:24 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 104 · ICE 594 · ICE 792 | On time 14:56 Freiburg Hbf | 5h20 | 20:16 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 274 · ICE 1657 | On time 15:55 Freiburg Hbf | 5h29 | 21:24 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 102 · ICE 592 · ICE 790 | On time 16:55 Freiburg Hbf | 5h15 | 22:10 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 272 · ICE 1659 · RB 80915 · IC 494 | On time 17:55 Freiburg Hbf | 9h46 | 03:41 Leipzig Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 60409 | On time 20:58 Freiburg Hbf | 6h50 | 03:48 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 60470 · ICE 698 · ICE 1606 | On time 21:58 Freiburg Hbf | 7h11 | 05:09 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig
Distance 494 km |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 14m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Freiburg im Breisgau and Leipzig from £25. 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.
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Freiburg im Breisgau to Leipzig train

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Important Stations and Airports in Freiburg im Breisgau and Leipzig
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:30 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:30 - 20:00
- Cafe Einstein
- Pizzaria Picasso
- Babeuf
- Café Hermann
- Hotel Minerva
- Hotel Barbara
- Parkhotel Post
- Hotel Oberkirch
- Pizza Boxx
- Heitzmann
- Lindenmatte
- La Playa Tapas Bar
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- 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
- TD Imbiss
- Bistro Cleopatra
- Bistro mit Internet
- Calla Pizza
- Gosenschenke "Ohne Bedenken"
- Lutherburg
- Cafe Krüger
- Papa John's
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with multiple entry points around the station.
- Restaurant Weinstock
- Auerbachs Keller
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- Leipzig Marriott Hotel
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-12 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 7, 10, 12, 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
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