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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Leipzig

Showing times and prices for 10 Jul

Cheapest price

£32

Average price

£128

Fastest journey

3 h 10 m

Average duration

3 h 11 m

Trains per day

Distance

295 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hamburg to Leipzig will cost around £128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.

Fast trains

Of the 13 trains that leave Hamburg for Leipzig every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 14 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.

FlixTrain

11:483h27

Hamburg Hbf

15:15Leipzig Hbf

£321One-way

0 changes

FlixTrain

17:383h38

Hamburg Hbf

21:16Leipzig Hbf

£421One-way

0 changes

IC 2233 · RE 16129

16:384h18

Hamburg Hbf

20:56Leipzig Hbf

£471One-way

1 change

ICE 803

17:353h23

Hamburg Hbf

20:58Leipzig Hbf

£1341One-way

0 changes

ICE 705

09:363h24

Hamburg Hbf

13:00Leipzig Hbf

£1491One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Hamburg to Leipzig

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 295 km

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Most popular Train	Coach
£44 Average Price	£24 Average Price Cheapest
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Hamburg to Leipzig train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 9 July

Last updated at 15:27

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
ICE 803	Delayed 15:36 15:35Hamburg Hbf	3h23	18:58 Leipzig Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 1607	On time 16:35 Hamburg Hbf	3h11	19:46 Leipzig Hbf	0 changesdirect
IC 2073 · IC 60408	On time 16:51 Hamburg Hbf	3h38	20:29 Leipzig Hbf	1 change
Thursday 10 July
ICE 507	Delayed 06:36 06:35Hamburg Hbf	3h10	09:46 09:46Leipzig Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 705	Delayed 07:37 07:36Hamburg Hbf	3h24	11:00 Leipzig Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 509	Delayed 08:34 Hamburg Hbf	3h11	11:46 11:46Leipzig Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 707	On time 09:36 Hamburg Hbf	3h24	13:00 Leipzig Hbf	0 changesdirect
FlixTrain	09:48 Hamburg Hbf	3h27	13:15 Leipzig Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 1601	Delayed 10:33 10:32Hamburg Hbf	3h14	13:46 Leipzig Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 709	On time 11:36 Hamburg Hbf	3h24	15:00 Leipzig Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 603	Delayed 12:36 12:35Hamburg Hbf	3h10	15:45 Leipzig Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 801	Delayed 13:37 13:36Hamburg Hbf	3h22	16:58 Leipzig Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 1605	On time 14:34 Hamburg Hbf	3h12	17:46 Leipzig Hbf	0 changesdirect
IC 2233 · RE 16129	14:38 Hamburg Hbf	4h18	18:56 Leipzig Hbf	1 change
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Hamburg to Leipzig?

The best time to book your train from Hamburg to Leipzig is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Hamburg to Leipzig route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Hamburg to Leipzig per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Hamburg to Leipzig.

Trains

from £18

Coaches

from £11

Flights

from £205

ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Hamburg to Leipzig

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Pro

Convenience

Space for luggage

Punctuality

This was my return journey in second class and it was great. My train arrived on time at the main station and I also arrived on time. The wifi was very good and I was able to charge my phone as I had sockets at my seat. My seat was very comfortable. There was plenty of space for luggage. The staff were very friendly. My journey took about three hours. I can recommend this great ride.

Pro

Favourable price

Easy to book

Clean toilets

Cons

No air conditioning on the train

Little space on the train

This is the Flixtrain from Hamburg to Leipzig. This train journey was very cheap at around 10 euros. Wifi is available, the toilets are clean. The train lacked air conditioning, so it was very hot. It was a cheap and punctual journey.

Pro

Calm atmosphere

Staff very friendly and made good announcements

Passenger compartment and toilets very clean

Cons

Soap was missing from one toilet

This journey had not been very busy. There were enough seats and the noise level in the train was kept within limits. The staff had been very friendly and made an informative announcement at every stop of the train, including connections. The train itself was very clean and had comfortable seats. Unfortunately, the toilet was out of soap. Otherwise, the train was on time and the journey was very relaxing.

Pro

kind staff

pleasant temperature

tasty food

It was a very pleasant train ride. The staff were very friendly. The train looked very colourful inside and out. The train was very beautiful. The food was very tasty. It was quiet on the train. The internet was very good, although many people used it, so I could do my things on the computer. It wasn't too hot or too cold on the train, so the temperature was very pleasant, the train didn't go too fast, and it wasn't too slow either. The staff did a good job. This ride deserves five stars out of five. I definitely recommend it to others. Also, this was my return trip.

Pro

good internet

comfortable seats

beautiful view

This was my journey back and I enjoyed it very much. My train arrived on time and when I boarded, I was greeted nicely by the staff. Then I sat down and immediately noticed how comfortable the seats were. I also had several power sockets so I could charge my mobile phone and my laptop. Then I ordered something to eat, which arrived very quickly and fresh. The view from the train was very nice. The wifi was good all the time. The toilets were very clean, not only the toilets but the whole train was very clean. The staff were very friendly. This trip deserves 5 out of 5 stars because it was great. It is also highly recommended.

Pro

Sockets at the seat

pleasant volume

kind staff

This was my return journey and it was great. The volume on the train was very pleasant, which also allowed me to sleep a little. The seats were very comfortable and I had several power sockets at the seat. The staff were very nice and friendly. My train was also on time. I can recommend this trip.

Pro

Clean train

Price-performance ratio

Plenty of choice of food/drink

That was my return journey and it was very cheap. My train arrived on time and there were no emergency changes. The whole train was very clean and attention to hygiene was not lacking. There was a lot of choice on the menu and I was surrounded by friendly staff. The noise level on the train was very pleasant and the seats were very comfortable. I also liked the wifi. I have nothing to criticise, so this trip gets five stars and if it gets five stars, I will definitely recommend it.

Pro

tasty food

the observance of hygiene

This was my return journey and I really liked it, so it gets five stars. It was neither too hot nor too cold on the train, so the temperature was very pleasant. The train was also not too fast and not too slow. There were many delicious dishes on the menu. The whole train was very clean and comfortable. A very great ride.

Pro

Service/Price

Cons

Punctuality

Last year I took a trip from Hamburg to Leipzig on 15 March. Most of all, I liked the service. All the staff were very friendly and always clarified my concerns with a big smile on their faces. The facilities were quite ok. At first I had no reception and then the connection was pretty good. The seats were very comfortable. WCs were not very clean. Also, the train did not arrive in Leipzig on time. The price was really, really great.

Pro

tasty food

much choice of food

I travelled in 2nd class and that was my return journey. My train ticket was very cheap. I liked that there was a lot of choice of food, desserts and drinks. There were hot and cold drinks. I liked my meal very much. The train arrived on time and I arrived on time. The seats were very comfortable. I also had a table at my seat and I also had power sockets. Hygiene was also taken care of. It was very quiet on the train, so the atmosphere was great. I am happy to pass on the trip as I liked everything.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Leipzig

Germany

Trains from Hamburg to Leipzig run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £5

Distance

295 km

Average train duration

3h 36m

Cheapest ticket price

£16

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

3h 7m

First train

00:08

Last train

23:58

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £5

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain trains Hamburg to Leipzig

Find the best trains between Hamburg and Leipzig with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from £15. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main operator of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Hamburg to Leipzig train.

Train information from Hamburg to Leipzig with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 3 h 6 min
Cheapest Price: £23
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 5 a day

Flixtrain GmbH is a German railway company owned by Flixmobility. FlixTrain already connects many cities in Germany with its green trains. The trains run on 100 percent renewable energy. Onboard facilities: FlixTrain trains are equipped with air conditioning, toilets, USB and sockets and have plenty of legroom. You will find free WiFi on most trains and a range of food and drinks is available. There is a standard ticket that guarantees you a seat. You can take luggage with you free of charge, provided it can be stowed in the luggage racks. Find the current FlixTrain timetable for your train to Leipzig from Hamburg at Omio and easily book FlixTrain train tickets online.

FlixTrain from Hamburg to Leipzig train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 34 min
Cheapest Price: £15
FlixTrain frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Hamburg to Leipzig train

FAQs: Travel by train from Hamburg to Leipzig easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg to Leipzig.

Cheap train tickets from Hamburg to Leipzig can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hamburg to Leipzig is £35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Leipzig from Hamburg is on average 3 h 10 min for the 183 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Hamburg to Leipzig by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Hamburg to Leipzig leaves at 00: 07. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Hamburg to Leipzig leaves at 23: 56.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Hamburg to Leipzig without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. There are 4 direct trains from Hamburg to Leipzig each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Hamburg to Leipzig train with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route between Hamburg and Leipzig as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 56.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Hamburg Hbf, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leipzig Hbf, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Leipzig from Hamburg is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Hamburg to Leipzig is April.

You have options as you can travel between Hamburg and Leipzig 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Leipzig

Hamburg

Leipzig

The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg Dammtor. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg Dammtor for your trip from Hamburg to Leipzig.

Hamburg Dammtor Wifi