The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Leipzig
Cheapest price
£537
Average price
£537
Fastest journey
16 h 51 m
Average duration
23 h 6 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1203 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Leipzig will cost around £537 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £537.
To travel from Glasgow to Leipzig you need to make at least 3 changes.








Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £84. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 11h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £84, and a train costs an average of £543.
Distance: 1203 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£543 Average Price | £320 Average Price | £131 Average Price Cheapest |
22h 56m Average total duration 22h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 27m Average total duration Fastest 11h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 34h 10m Average total duration 33h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Leipzig trains for today, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:36 Glasgow | 16h51 | 00:27 Leipzig | 3 changes | |
![]() | 09:36 Glasgow | 24h48 | 10:24 Leipzig | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:34 Glasgow | 23h50 | 14:24 Leipzig | 3 changes | |
![]() | 18:40 Glasgow | 23h44 | 18:24 Leipzig | 3 changes | |
| Saturday 17 January | |||||
![]() | 05:33 Glasgow | 16h51 | 22:24 Leipzig | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Leipzig
Trains from Glasgow to Leipzig run on average 1 times per day, taking around 22h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £543 but you can travel from only £84 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 1203 km distance in 16h 51m.
Distance 1203 km |
Average train duration 22h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £543 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 16h 51m |
First train 05:35 |
Last train 22:40 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Leipzig trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Leipzig from £84. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Leipzig train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Leipzig
- 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
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