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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£576
Average price
£576
Fastest journey
15 h 21 m
Average duration
19 h 48 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Edinburgh will cost around £576 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £576.
To travel from Leipzig to Edinburgh you need to make at least 4 changes.
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6:4915h21Leipzig22:10Edinburgh£5761One-way4 changes- 12:4922h19Leipzig11:08Edinburgh£5761One-way4 changes
- 16:4922h21Leipzig15:10Edinburgh£5761One-way4 changes
- 22:5819h11Leipzig18:09Edinburgh£5761One-way4 changes
- 6:4915h21Leipzig22:10Edinburgh£5761One-way4 changes
- 22:5819h11Leipzig18:09Edinburgh£5761One-way4 changes
- 12:4922h19Leipzig11:08Edinburgh£5761One-way4 changes
- 16:4922h21Leipzig15:10Edinburgh£5761One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Leipzig to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £85. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £85, and a train costs an average of £576.
Distance: 1144 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£577 Average Price | £221 Average Price | £122 Average Price Cheapest |
19h 47m Average total duration 19h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 36h 36m Average total duration 36h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leipzig to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:49 Leipzig | 15h24 | 22:13 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
| 10:49 Leipzig | 26h21 | 13:10 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
| 12:49 Leipzig | 25h18 | 14:07 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
| 16:49 Leipzig | 24h22 | 17:11 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
| 22:58 Leipzig | 20h10 | 19:08 Edinburgh | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Edinburgh
Germany
United Kingdom
Trains from Leipzig to Edinburgh run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £576 but you can travel from only £51 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 1144 km distance in 14h 18m.
Distance 1144 km |
Average train duration 19h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £576 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 14h 18m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 23:40 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Leipzig to Edinburgh trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Leipzig and Edinburgh from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Leipzig to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and Edinburgh
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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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