The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Leipzig
Cheapest price
£405
Average price
£405
Fastest journey
21 h 9 m
Average duration
21 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1017 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Leipzig will cost around £405 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £405.
To travel from Manchester to Leipzig you need to make at least 3 changes.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £93. 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 £93, and a train costs an average of £409.
Distance: 1017 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£409 Average Price | £352 Average Price | £132 Average Price Cheapest |
18h 38m Average total duration 18h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 33h 44m Average total duration 33h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Leipzig trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:30 Manchester | 13h54 | 20:24 Leipzig | 3 changes | |
![]() | 08:35 Manchester | 13h49 | 22:24 Leipzig | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Leipzig
Trains from Manchester to Leipzig run on average 2 times per day, taking around 18h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £409 but you can travel from only £93 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:45, the last at 17:16. The fastest train covers the 1017 km distance in 13h 49m.
Distance 1017 km |
Average train duration 18h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £409 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 13h 49m |
First train 02:45 |
Last train 17:16 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Leipzig trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Leipzig from £93. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Leipzig train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Leipzig 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 Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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