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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to Leipzig
Cheapest price on Oct 07
€47
Average ticket price on Oct 07
€95
Fastest journey on Oct 07
7 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Oct 07
7 h 29 m
Trains on Oct 07
34
Distance
526 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Leipzig will cost around €95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
It's difficult to get from Amsterdam to Leipzig without transferring at least once.
IC 3561 · 20093 · 10637 · IC 24424:56 PM11h53Amsterdam Zuid4:49 AMLeipzig Hbf€471One-way5 transfers- IC 3071 · ICE 1541 · 16303 · S5X7:24 PM10h33Amsterdam Centraal5:57 AMLeipzig Hbf€471One-way4 transfers
- IC 3071 · ICE 1541 · 16101+
200397:24 PM10h43Amsterdam Centraal6:07 AMLeipzig Hbf€471One-way3 transfers - IC 60403 · ICE 698 · ICE 8069:01 PM10h08Amsterdam Centraal7:09 AMLeipzig Hbf€481One-way2 transfers
- IC 3553 · 20089 · 10155 · ICE 9452:56 PM8h52Amsterdam Zuid11:48 PMLeipzig Hbf€561One-way5 transfers
- ICE 125 · ICE 834 · ICE 50212:38 PM7h26Amsterdam Centraal8:04 PMLeipzig Hbf€1101One-way2 transfers
- ICE 127 · ICE 832 · ICE 5002:38 PM7h26Amsterdam Centraal10:04 PMLeipzig Hbf€1101One-way2 transfers
- ICE 143 · IC 24418:00 AM7h31Amsterdam Centraal3:31 PMLeipzig Hbf€1161One-way1 transfer
- ICE 149 · IC 20452:00 PM7h31Amsterdam Centraal9:31 PMLeipzig Hbf€571One-way1 transfer
- ICE 225 · ICE 625 · ICE 838 · ICE 5068:31 AM7h33Amsterdam Centraal4:04 PMLeipzig Hbf€1401One-way3 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Leipzig
Netherlands
Germany
Trains from Amsterdam to Leipzig run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 526 km distance in 6h 22m.
Distance 526 km |
Average train duration 7h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 22m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Amsterdam to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Leipzig trains for today, Tuesday, October 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:01 AM Amsterdam | 8h03 | 12:04 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 6:20 AM Amsterdam | 10h52 | 5:12 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:24 AM Amsterdam | 8h45 | 3:09 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 AM Amsterdam | 7h13 | 2:13 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:54 AM Amsterdam | 8h15 | 4:09 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:15 AM Amsterdam | 11h02 | 9:17 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:38 AM Amsterdam | 8h36 | 7:14 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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: Trains from Amsterdam to Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam 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
Popular train stations from Amsterdam to Leipzig
Most Amsterdam to Leipzig trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Amsterdam station do trains to Leipzig leave from?
Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Getting to Amsterdam Zuid from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Getting to Amsterdam Sloterdijk from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Sloterdijk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
Which Leipzig station do trains from Amsterdam arrive at?
Getting to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
Getting to Leipzig Markt from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig Markt train station facilities and services
Leipzig Markt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
Getting to Leipzig Messe from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig Messe is 6 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Messe train station facilities and services
Leipzig Messe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dönerhaus, Grand Canyon, Graf Zeppelin, Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Messe. ATMs are available at Leipzig Messe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Messe. Information desks are available at Leipzig Messe.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Messe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Messe.
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