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The cheapest and fastest trains from Schönefeld to Leipzig
Showing times and prices for 27 Nov
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
140 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schönefeld to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schönefeld to Leipzig will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Schönefeld 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 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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.
12:441h58
Schönefeld14:42Leipzig
£271One-way
0 changes
12:372h05
Schönefeld14:42Leipzig
£301One-way
0 changes
08:372h05
Schönefeld10:42Leipzig
£441One-way
0 changes
09:491h53
Schönefeld11:42Leipzig
£511One-way
0 changes
06:372h05
Schönefeld08:42Leipzig
£561One-way
0 changes
09:491h53
Schönefeld11:42Leipzig
£511One-way
0 changes
12:441h58
Schönefeld14:42Leipzig
£271One-way
0 changes
12:372h05
Schönefeld14:42Leipzig
£301One-way
0 changes
08:372h05
Schönefeld10:42Leipzig
£441One-way
0 changes
06:372h05
Schönefeld08:42Leipzig
£561One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Schönefeld to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Schönefeld to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 140 km
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£42 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Schönefeld to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Schönefeld to Leipzig trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 04:16
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:37 Schönefeld | 2h05 | 10:42 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:44 Schönefeld | 1h58 | 10:42 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:37 Schönefeld | 2h23 | 13:00 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 12:14 Schönefeld | 1h27 | 13:41 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:45 Schönefeld | 2h01 | 19:46 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Schönefeld to Leipzig?
The best time to book your train from Schönefeld to Leipzig is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Schönefeld to Leipzig route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Schönefeld to Leipzig per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Schönefeld to Leipzig.
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Overview: Train from Schönefeld to Leipzig
GermanyGermany
Trains from Schönefeld to Leipzig run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 1h 12m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:54 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Schönefeld to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Schönefeld and Leipzig from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest Price
£18
Deutsche Bahn frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Schönefeld to Leipzig train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schönefeld 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.
A visit to Leipzig typically requires about 2 to 3 days to explore its main attractions, including the St. Thomas Church, Leipzig Zoo, and the Museum of Fine Arts.
In Leipzig, explore the vibrant Karl-Heine-Straße with its eclectic mix of shops, cafes, and street art. Attend a world-class performance at the Leipzig Opera House or enjoy a serene escape at the Leipzig Botanical Garden. Discover contemporary German history at the Zeitgeschichtliches Forum and take a leisurely boat tour along Leipzig's canals. Visit St. Thomas Church, associated with Johann Sebastian Bach, and explore the modern Leipzig Zoo. Don't miss the Monument to the Battle of the Nations and the Leipzig Panometer, or admire European art at the Museum of Fine Arts.
Yes, a day trip from Schönefeld to Leipzig is feasible, as the journey takes 1h 12m each way and there are 8 train trips per day. The distance is 140 km.
Booking trains from Schönefeld to Leipzig in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Schönefeld to Leipzig offers a pleasant and varied landscape, with views of charming rural villages, expansive fields, and glimpses of the Elbe River, making it visually enjoyable, especially during the day.
The train distance from Schönefeld to Leipzig is 140 km.
To get from Schönefeld to Leipzig, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Schönefeld to Leipzig can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £42.
The cheapest way to get from Schönefeld to Leipzig is by train, costing approximately £5.
The train journey from Schönefeld to Leipzig covers a distance of 140 km and takes approximately 1h 12m. Trains run 8 per day.
The first train from Schönefeld to Leipzig leaves at 0:02.
The train station in Schönefeld that goes to Leipzig is Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2, and it arrives at Leipzig Hbf.
The last train from Schönefeld to Leipzig departs at 23:54.
Yes, you can take the train from Schönefeld to Leipzig.
Trains from Schönefeld to Leipzig run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Schönefeld to Leipzig.
There is no night train service from Schönefeld to Leipzig.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Schönefeld and Leipzig
Schönefeld
Leipzig
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
23Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
Dining
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- 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
Public transport options for Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- 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
Leipzig-Connewitz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmDining
- TD Imbiss
- Bistro Cleopatra
- Bistro mit Internet
- Calla Pizza
Leipzig-Paunsdorf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Call a Pizza
- Gaststätte Zum Oststern
- Deutscher Hof
- Achilles
Leipzig-Plagwitz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Moertelwerk
- Dominos Plagwitz
- Neuland West
- Old Rebel
Hotel
- Plagwitzer Hof
- Music Hostel im Noch Besser Leben
Leipzig-Möckern
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Papa John's
- Eiscafé Florenz
- Gaststätte Volksgesundung
- Biroya
Leipzig Slevogtstraße
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmDining
- Zur Feldschänke
- Domino's Leipzig Nord
- Bamboo – Asia
- Alt Möckern
Hotel
- Amadeo
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
Leipzig MDR
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- La mia pizza
- Eis fichte MCL
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
Leipzig-Wahren
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- China-Imbiß
- KGV-Kantine Wahren 1901
- Kantine & Bistro im BCL
- Döner-Imbiss
Hotel
- Hotel an der Laue
Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
Hotel
- Seaside Park
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Marriott
- Capri by Fraser
Leipzig-Lindenau
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Moertelwerk
- Konditorei und Cafe Krüsmann
- Am Kanal
- Gallo Negro
Hotel
- Plagwitzer Hof
- Hotel Astoria
- Merseburger Hof
- Pension Leipzig Georgplatz
Leipzig Nord
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Heimatscholle
- Akropol Olympia
- China-Bistro Yangtse
- Snackpoint L.E.
Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- El-Amir
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- China White
Hotel
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Adagio
- SchlafGut AppartementHotel
- Gwuni Mopera
Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
26Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with multiple entry points around the station.
Dining
- Restaurant Weinstock
- Auerbachs Keller
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- Leipzig Marriott Hotel
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
Shower
- Cost €6
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-12 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
Public transport options for Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 7, 10, 12, 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
Leipzig Markt
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
Hotel
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
Leipzig Allee-Center
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Grünauer Krug
- Apollon
- Alte Salzstraße
- Restaurant Dubrovnik
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