The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Manchester
Cheapest price
£412
Average price
£412
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 1 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
1017 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Manchester will cost around £412 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £412.
To travel from Leipzig to Manchester you need to make at least 3 changes.
6:4911h30Leipzig18:19Manchester£4121One-way3 changes
8:4910h30Leipzig19:19Manchester£4121One-way3 changes
10:4910h30Leipzig21:19Manchester£4121One-way3 changes
12:4911h50Leipzig0:39Manchester£4121One-way3 changes
16:4918h30Leipzig11:19Manchester£4121One-way3 changes
8:4910h30Leipzig19:19Manchester£4121One-way3 changes
10:4910h30Leipzig21:19Manchester£4121One-way3 changes
6:4911h30Leipzig18:19Manchester£4121One-way3 changes
12:4911h50Leipzig0:39Manchester£4121One-way3 changes
22:5815h46Leipzig14:44Manchester£4121One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Leipzig to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £64, and a train costs an average of £412.
Distance: 1017 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£412 Average Price | £133 Average Price | £96 Average Price Cheapest |
13h 44m Average total duration 13h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 22m Average total duration 30h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leipzig to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Manchester trains for today, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:49 Leipzig | 18h30 | 11:19 Manchester | 3 changes | |
![]() | 22:58 Leipzig | 15h21 | 14:19 Manchester | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 4 June | |||||
![]() | 6:49 Leipzig | 11h30 | 18:19 Manchester | 3 changes | |
![]() | 8:49 Leipzig | 10h30 | 19:19 Manchester | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:49 Leipzig | 10h30 | 21:19 Manchester | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:49 Leipzig | 11h50 | 0:39 Manchester | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Manchester
Trains from Leipzig to Manchester run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £412 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 17:16. The fastest train covers the 1017 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 1017 km |
Average train duration 13h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £412 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 30m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 17:16 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Leipzig to Manchester trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Leipzig and Manchester from £17. 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 Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and Manchester
- 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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