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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Chemnitz

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 06 Sept

Cheapest price on 06 Sept

£25

Average ticket price on 06 Sept

£25

Fastest journey on 06 Sept

1 h 4 m

Average journey duration on 06 Sept

1 h 4 m

Trains on 06 Sept

Distance

68 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leipzig to Chemnitz will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

On Sun 06 Sept, we found 5 trains from Leipzig to Chemnitz, including 5 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.

74168
9:211h04
Leipzig Hbf
10:25Chemnitz Hbf
£251One-way
0 changes
74172
11:211h04
Leipzig Hbf
12:25Chemnitz Hbf
£251One-way
0 changes
74170
10:211h04
Leipzig Hbf
11:25Chemnitz Hbf
£251One-way
0 changes
74174
12:211h04
Leipzig Hbf
13:25Chemnitz Hbf
£251One-way
0 changes
74166
8:211h04
Leipzig Hbf
9:25Chemnitz Hbf
£251One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leipzig to Chemnitz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Chemnitz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 68 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Driving
£26 Average Price	£7 Average Price Cheapest	£12 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Chemnitz is a coach with an average price of £7.

This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Chemnitz:

A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Chemnitz costing on average £26.

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Chemnitz is by train with an average journey time of 1h 6m.

Other travel options to Chemnitz take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leipzig and Chemnitz including taking a train and coach.

Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-14.85. The journey takes 1h 6m versus 1h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Leipzig to Chemnitz train times

The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Chemnitz trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
74166	8:21 Leipzig Hbf	1h04	9:25 Chemnitz Hbf	0 changesdirect
74168	9:21 Leipzig Hbf	1h04	10:25 Chemnitz Hbf	0 changesdirect
74170	10:21 Leipzig Hbf	1h04	11:25 Chemnitz Hbf	0 changesdirect
74172	11:21 Leipzig Hbf	1h04	12:25 Chemnitz Hbf	0 changesdirect
74174	12:21 Leipzig Hbf	1h04	13:25 Chemnitz Hbf	0 changesdirect

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Deutsche Bahn as well as Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn offer trains services from Leipzig to Chemnitz.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leipzig to Chemnitz.

Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn to find the best option for your trip from Leipzig to Chemnitz.
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Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leipzig to Chemnitz.

ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Leipzig to Chemnitz

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Advantages

Journey time

Frequency of travel

Nostalgia

Disadvantages

Punctuality

Comfort

Entry

Fastest and easiest connection between the two cities. Runs once an hour, takes about an hour. Usually quite full GDR train with compartments, high nostalgic flair. A bit difficult to get on because of the steep stairs, therefore not recommended for prams, heavy luggage etc.. Mostly very noisy due to old windows and old train. If you are lucky, you have a compartment to yourself, then it is quite cosy. There are no power sockets, wifi, seat reservations or catering. Always leaves Leipzig on time, but regularly arrives 10-15 minutes late. No alternative, but still recommendable.

Advantages

Staff friendly

Toilets clean

Sockets available

Disadvantages

Passenger compartment dirty

Wifi did not work

There is no need to change trains from Leipzig to Chemnitz. The staff was very dedicated and helped many passengers with problems and always remained friendly. The train had power sockets but no working wifi. The cleanliness on the train was not so good. However, the toilets were very clean and there was plenty of toilet paper. Apart from that, everything else on the journey was fine and definitely recommendable.

Advantages

Cleanliness

Disadvantages

Unpunctual

Crowds

Many stops

Too expensive

The return journey from Leipzig to Chemnitz was a disaster! There were extreme crowds at the main station. When the train arrived with a delay of about a quarter of an hour, I would have wished for staff to stop people from rushing into the train like monkeys regardless of losses. The seats were of course occupied immediately (you can't reserve them), most people (including blind people!) were allowed to sit on the floor in the aisles. Chemnitz has the oldest train of all, so it's incredibly loud and every metre you walk you get the feeling the train is going to fall apart at any moment. The loudness meant that you couldn't even hear the announcements from the loudspeaker. It stopped 3 times for 10 minutes, so the journey was extremely long and I arrived half an hour late. I don't understand why more trains are not used. This was not the first time that the train journey was so disastrous! The price of €17.50 for a single journey on this train is absolutely excessive, considering the crowds and the age of the train. If I had another option, I would certainly never travel on this train again!

Advantages

No changeover necessary

Toilets on the train

Friendly board staff

Disadvantages

Train a bit loud

My journey from Leipzig to Chemnitz went smoothly. Booking the ticket at the ticket machine on the platform was easy and clear. The train compartments were spacious and always had 6 seats. There were a few power sockets on board, which I really liked. Furthermore, the seats were very comfortable and the train was clean, I received a friendly welcome from the train crew and the ticket inspection was also very quick. Another good thing to know is that there are on-board toilets. These were also very clean. Unfortunately, I only have a small negative comment to make about the train itself. It was unfortunately very noisy. The train arrived 11 minutes late. However, this had nothing to do with the train itself, but was due to the weather. I would do the journey again.

Advantages

Punctual

Disadvantages

Place

The train was on time, but unfortunately that doesn't make up for everything else. I hadn't reserved a seat, which was my fault, so I had to stand or sit on my luggage the whole time. In addition, the toilet wasn't working, which is really unacceptable. There was wifi, but it didn't work. At least the train ran through and I didn't have to change trains. All in all, a disappointing journey!

Advantages

Comfortable seats and good equipment

Cleanliness and hygiene

On time and without having to change trains

Low capacity utilisation and pleasant atmosphere

Disadvantages

No staff available

There was no toilet paper in the toilet

The journey from Leipzig to Chemnitz had been very relaxing. The train had hardly been full, so the noise level had been pleasant. The seats had also been very comfortable and had plenty of power sockets and a reasonably stable internet connection. There had also been a snack vending machine. Unfortunately, however, there was no staff, which is why there was no ticket inspection. I thought the cleanliness of the train was okay and the toilets looked hygienic. Unfortunately, there was no toilet paper. Overall, the train was not late and I did not have to change trains.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leipzig to Chemnitz

Germany

Trains from Leipzig to Chemnitz run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 4m.

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

68 km

Average train duration

1h 6m

Cheapest ticket price

£23

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 4m

First train

0:08

Last train

23:58

Cheapest Month

Aug

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £5

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn from Leipzig to Chemnitz trainsDeutsche Bahn, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn trains will get you between Leipzig and Chemnitz from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Deutsche Bahn Duration

1h 4m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

£23

Deutsche Bahn frequency

7 a day

Luggage included

Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.

Cancellation Policy

Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?

Refund

If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.

Seat reservation

Second Class:
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.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.

Pets

Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.

Quiet zone

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What's included in each class

Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class

Power plugs
Wide seats
Extra legroom
Quiet zone
WC

2nd Class

Power plugs
WC

Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn Duration

1h 1m

Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn frequency

16 a day

Complete guide to Chemnitz

Things to do in Chemnitz

Discover the best of Chemnitz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chemnitz trip today.

Must visit

Museum Gunzenhauser

Major art museum with works from the 20th and 21st centuries, shown in a striking modern building in the city centre.

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Must visit

Industriemuseum Chemnitz

Industrial museum in a former foundry, explaining Saxony’s manufacturing history with machinery, vehicles and design.

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Recommended

Kunstsammlungen am Theaterplatz

Museum in the Theatre Square ensemble presenting painting, sculpture and temporary exhibitions from several centuries.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in Munich or Hamburg, but not as low as the cheapest small towns.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: €2.50-4 for a cappuccino or similar coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is polite in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés if service was good.

FAQs: Leipzig to Chemnitz train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Chemnitz 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 Chemnitz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Leipzig to Chemnitz can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £26.

The train journey from Leipzig to Chemnitz covers a distance of 68 km and takes approximately 1h 4m. Trains run 7 per day.

The train distance from Leipzig to Chemnitz is 68 km.

The first train from Leipzig to Chemnitz leaves at 0:08.

The last train from Leipzig to Chemnitz departs at 23:58.

Trains from Leipzig to Chemnitz run approximately 7 times per day.

Yes, there is a direct train between Leipzig and Chemnitz. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn.

To get from Leipzig to Chemnitz, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

There is no night train service from Leipzig to Chemnitz.

The train station in Leipzig that goes to Chemnitz is Leipzig Hbf, and it arrives at Chemnitz Hbf.

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Chemnitz is by coach, costing approximately £5.

Booking trains from Leipzig to Chemnitz in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Leipzig to Chemnitz offers pleasant views of the Saxon countryside, with stretches of rolling hills, forests, and small villages, making it a moderately scenic route.

Yes, a day trip from Leipzig to Chemnitz is feasible. The journey takes 1h 4m and covers 68 km. There are 7 train services per day.

Typically, two to three days in Chemnitz allow visitors to explore its main attractions, including the Karl Marx Monument, the Chemnitz Art Collections, and the Saxon Industrial Museum.

Yes, you can take the train from Leipzig to Chemnitz.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and Chemnitz

Most Leipzig to Chemnitz trains use the Leipzig Hauptbahnhof to Chemnitz Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Chemnitz Theaterplatz. Use this guide to compare Leipzig and Chemnitz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leipzig

Arrival train stations in Chemnitz

Which Leipzig station do trains to Chemnitz leave from?

Trains from Leipzig to Chemnitz leave from Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. The station is 1 km from Leipzig city centre at Willy-Brandt-Platz 5, 04109 Leipzig, Germany.

Leipzig HauptbahnhofWilly-Brandt-Platz 5, 04109 Leipzig, Germany+49 341 9686190 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof from Leipzig city centre

TrainS5x, S5, S4, S3, S1, S2 · 1m · £0.90 · every ~23 min

BusN3, 89 · 9m · every ~11 min

Tram9 · 8m · every ~11 min

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.

More about Leipzig Hauptbahnhof

Leipzig MarktLeipzig Markt, Markt 1 a, 04109 Leipzig Zentrum Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Leipzig Markt from Leipzig city centre

Bus89 · 1m · every ~10 min

Leipzig Markt train station facilities and services

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.