The cheapest and fastest trains from Schönefeld to Leipzig
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
140 km
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 £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
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 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 11 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 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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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£41 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 tomorrow, Sunday 11 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:49 Schönefeld | 2h11 | 09:00 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:44 Schönefeld | 1h58 | 10:42 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:49 Schönefeld | 2h24 | 11:13 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:49 Schönefeld | 2h11 | 13:00 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:44 Schönefeld | 1h58 | 17:42 Leipzig | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Schönefeld to Leipzig by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Schönefeld to Leipzig
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.
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 |
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
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.
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Schönefeld 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
- 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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