LEIPZIG to DRESDEN AIRPORT train from £11 with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,EC)

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Compare train and coach for Leipzig to Dresden Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Dresden Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, while a coach costs an average of £23.

Distance: 100 km

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Most popular Train	Coach	Driving
£22 Average Price Cheapest	£23 Average Price	£16 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Dresden Airport is a train with an average price of £22.

This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Dresden Airport:

A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Leipzig to Dresden Airport costing on average £23.

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Dresden Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 17m.

Other travel options to Dresden Airport take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 54m.

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

Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 17m by train vs 1h 19m by car). Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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Why should you book Leipzig to Dresden Airport trains with Omio?

Deutsche Bahn operates all trains services from Leipzig to Dresden Airport.

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

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Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leipzig to Dresden Airport.

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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 Dresden Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leipzig to Dresden Airport

Germany

Trains from Leipzig to Dresden Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 06:37. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 1h 16m.

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 £11

Distance

100 km

Average train duration

1h 17m

Cheapest ticket price

£20

Trains per day

Fastest train

1h 16m

First train

6:37

Last train

6:37

Cheapest Month

Mar

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £11

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leipzig to Dresden Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leipzig and Dresden Airport from £11. 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 16m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

£20

Deutsche Bahn frequency

5 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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FAQs: Leipzig to Dresden Airport train

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

The cost of a train ticket from Leipzig to Dresden Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £22.

The train journey from Leipzig to Dresden Airport covers a distance of 100 km and takes approximately 1h 16m. Trains run 5 per day.

The train distance from Leipzig to Dresden Airport is 100 km.

The first train from Leipzig to Dresden Airport leaves at 6:37.

The last train from Leipzig to Dresden Airport departs at 6:37.

Trains from Leipzig to Dresden Airport run approximately 5 times per day.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leipzig to Dresden Airport.

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

There is no night train service from Leipzig to Dresden Airport.

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Dresden Airport is by coach, costing approximately £11.

Booking trains from Leipzig to Dresden Airport 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 Dresden Airport is moderately scenic, offering views of the rolling countryside, quaint villages, and sections of the Elbe River, particularly as you approach Dresden.

Yes, a day trip from Leipzig to Dresden Airport is feasible with a journey duration of 1h 16m and the distance is 100 km. The frequency of this trip is 6 times per day by train.

Yes, you can take the train from Leipzig to Dresden Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and Dresden Airport

Most Leipzig to Dresden Airport trains use the Leipzig Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Leipzig and Dresden Airport 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 Dresden

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 MesseLeipzig Messe, Merkurstraße, 04356 Leipzig Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Leipzig Messe from Leipzig city centre

Leipzig Messe is 6 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS2, Re13, S5x, S5 · 9m · £5 · every ~11 min

S5x, S5, S2 · 12m · £2 · every ~9 min

S2, S5x, S5 · 14m · £2 · every ~9 min

BusS5, S2 · 18m · £4

84 · 19m

Tram56, 16, 14 · 19m · every ~14 min

Leipzig Messe train station facilities and services

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.