The cheapest and fastest trains from Plauen to Leipzig
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plauen to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plauen to Leipzig will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 5 trains that leave Plauen for Leipzig every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Plauen to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plauen to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 95 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£31 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Plauen to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Plauen to Leipzig trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 74011 · RE 3658 · S 5X | On time 08:00 Plauen (Vogtland) Oberer Bahnhof | 2h21 | 10:21 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
VBG 92808+ RB 81018 | On time 08:40 Plauen (Vogtland) Oberer Bahnhof | 2h25 | 11:05 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 74015 · RE 3660 · S 5X | On time 10:00 Plauen (Vogtland) Oberer Bahnhof | 2h21 | 12:21 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
VBG 92812+ RB 81020 | On time 10:40 Plauen (Vogtland) Oberer Bahnhof | 2h25 | 13:05 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 74019 · RE 3662 · S 5X | On time 12:00 Plauen (Vogtland) Oberer Bahnhof | 2h21 | 14:21 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plauen to Leipzig
Trains from Plauen to Leipzig run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:09 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Transdev GmbH from Plauen to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, Transdev GmbH trains will get you between Plauen and Leipzig from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Transdev GmbH
FAQs: Plauen to Leipzig train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plauen 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 Plauen and Leipzig
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rathenauplatz.
- Restaurant Syrtaki
- Ratskeller Plauen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Alexandra
- Dormero Hotel Plauen
- Best Western Hotel Am Strassberger Tor
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1, Line 3
- Gaststätte "Cambrinus"
- 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
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
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