The cheapest and fastest trains from Poznan to Leipzig
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
5 h 51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poznan to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poznan to Leipzig will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
To travel from Poznan to Leipzig you need to make at least one change.
IC 263 · IC 3808+
KD 69563+
TLX 5680
EC 46 · ICE 801
EC 230 · ICE 1601
EC 48 · ICE 709
IC 73106+
KD 69159+
TLX 5674+
ICE 1556
EC 46 · ICE 801
EC 230 · ICE 1601
EC 48 · ICE 709
IC 73106+
KD 69159+
TLX 5674+
ICE 1556
IC 263 · IC 3808+
KD 69563+
TLX 5680Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Poznan to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poznan to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 335 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£60 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Poznan to Leipzig train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:11 Poznan | 9h10 | 06:21 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 5 November | |||||
IC 73106+ KD 69159+ TLX 5674+ ICE 1556 | On time 07:38 Poznań Główny | 6h48 | 14:26 Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 230 · ICE 1601 | On time 09:30 Poznań Główny | 5h12 | 14:42 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 48 · ICE 709 | On time 10:30 Poznań Główny | 5h12 | 15:42 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 263 · IC 3808+ KD 69563+ TLX 5680 | On time 10:31 Poznań Główny | 6h50 | 17:21 Leipzig Hbf | 5 changes | |
EC 46 · ICE 801 | On time 12:30 Poznań Główny | 5h12 | 17:42 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poznan to Leipzig
Distance 335 km |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Poznan to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Poznan and Leipzig from £23. 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.
PKP Intercity
FAQs: Poznan to Leipzig train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Poznan and Leipzig
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from ul. Dworcowa.
- Restauracja Bazar 1838
- Manekin Poznań
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- PLN 2
- Sheraton Poznan Hotel
- Hotel Mercure Poznan Centrum
- IBB Andersia Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, and domestic destinations
- Hall 2: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 18
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Marriott
- Capri by Fraser
- El-Amir
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- China White
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Adagio
- SchlafGut AppartementHotel
- Gwuni Mopera
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
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