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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Halle to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Halle to Leipzig will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 4 trains from Halle to Leipzig, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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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Trains from Halle to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 25m. 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 00:05, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 18m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:43 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Halle to Leipzig.
The table below shows live departures for Halle to Leipzig trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S3 | 2:43 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 0h39 | 3:22 Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S5 | 6:01 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 0h26 | 6:27 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 0 changesdirect | |
S5X | 6:31 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 0h26 | 6:57 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 0 changesdirect | |
S5 | 7:01 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 0h26 | 7:27 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 0 changesdirect | |
S5X | 7:31 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 0h26 | 7:57 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 0 changesdirect | |
S5 | 8:01 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 0h26 | 8:27 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 0 changesdirect | |
S5X | 8:31 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 0h26 | 8:57 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 0 changesdirect | |
S5 · S2 | 9:01 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 0h36 | 9:37 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 1 change | |
S5 | 9:01 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 0h26 | 9:27 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 0 changesdirect | |
S5X | 9:31 Halle(Saale) Hbf | 0h26 | 9:57 Leipzig Hbf (tief) | 0 changesdirect | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halle 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 Halle to Leipzig trains use the Halle(Saale) Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Messe. Use this guide to compare Halle and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Halle(Saale) Hbf is 1 km from Halle city centre. Public transport options include:
Halle(Saale) 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: Schweizer Hof, Shiva, Maxi Bistro, Mr. Baguettkov
Wi-Fi is available at Halle(Saale) Hbf. ATMs are available at Halle(Saale) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Halle(Saale) Hbf. Information desks are available at Halle(Saale) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Halle(Saale) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Halle(Saale) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Halle(Saale) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Halle(Saale) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Schweizer Hof, Dorint Hotel.
Halle-Ammendorf is 6 km from Halle city centre. Public transport options include:
Halle-Ammendorf 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: Saigon Palace, Imbiss, Bistro Radewell, Orient Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Halle-Ammendorf. ATMs are available at Halle-Ammendorf.
Ticket office support is available at Halle-Ammendorf. Information desks are available at Halle-Ammendorf.
Luggage storage is available at Halle-Ammendorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Halle-Ammendorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Halle-Ammendorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Halle-Ammendorf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Eigen.
Halle-Silberhöhe is 3 km from Halle city centre. Public transport options include:
Halle-Silberhöhe 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: Gaststätte Buchenweg, Reichardts Sommerfreude, Gartenrestaurant "Sonne", Kebap
Wi-Fi is available at Halle-Silberhöhe. ATMs are available at Halle-Silberhöhe.
Ticket office support is available at Halle-Silberhöhe. Information desks are available at Halle-Silberhöhe.
Luggage storage is available at Halle-Silberhöhe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Halle-Silberhöhe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Halle-Silberhöhe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Halle-Silberhöhe.
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 Messe is 6 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Messe 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: Dönerhaus, Grand Canyon, Graf Zeppelin, Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Messe. ATMs are available at Leipzig Messe.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Messe. Information desks are available at Leipzig Messe.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Messe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Messe.
Leipzig Markt 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: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
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