The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to Leipzig
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€122
Fastest journey
7 h 17 m
Average duration
7 h 20 m
Trains per day
73
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 €122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
It's difficult to get from Amsterdam to Leipzig without transferring at least once.
IC 3079 · 26844 · ICE 827 · ICE 6969:24 PM11h45Amsterdam Centraal9:09 AMLeipzig Hbf€541One-way4 transfers
IC 3179 · 26844 · ICE 827 · ICE 6969:15 PM11h54Amsterdam Zuid9:09 AMLeipzig Hbf€541One-way4 transfers
IC 3079 · 26844 · ICE 827 · ICE 6969:03 PM12h06Amsterdam Centraal9:09 AMLeipzig Hbf€541One-way4 transfers
FlixBus+
FlixTrain8:20 AM10h29Schiphol, Airport Terminal 16:49 PMLeipzig Hbf€601One-way1 transfer
FlixBus+
FlixTrain9:00 AM9h49Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)6:49 PMLeipzig Hbf€611One-way1 transfer
ICE 143 · IC 24418:00 AM7h17Amsterdam Centraal3:17 PMLeipzig Hbf€1301One-way1 transfer
ICE 141 · IC 24436:00 AM7h17Amsterdam Centraal1:17 PMLeipzig Hbf€1301One-way1 transfer
ICE 145 · IC 204910:00 AM7h17Amsterdam Centraal5:17 PMLeipzig Hbf€1501One-way1 transfer
ICE 147 · IC 204712:00 PM7h17Amsterdam Centraal7:17 PMLeipzig Hbf€1611One-way1 transfer
IC 3535 · ICE 123 · ICE 9591 · ICE 50410:30 AM7h34Amsterdam Zuid6:04 PMLeipzig Hbf€1201One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €221.
Distance: 526 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€110 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €640 Average price |
8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Amsterdam to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 141 · IC 2443 | On time 6:00 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h17 | 1:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 121 · ICE 930 · ICE 508 | On time 6:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h42 | 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 121 · ICE 759 | On time 6:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 8h09 | 2:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 121 · ICE 545 · IC 2037 | On time 6:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h53 | 2:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 143 · IC 2441 | On time 8:00 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h17 | 3:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 8:20 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 10h29 | 6:49 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 225 · ICE 625 · ICE 838 · ICE 506 | On time 8:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h42 | 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 225 · ICE 547 · IC 2039 | On time 8:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h53 | 4:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 225 · ICE 1651 | On time 8:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 8h09 | 4:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3029 · IC 3529 · 20077 · ICE 627 | On time 8:33 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 8h36 | 5:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 3129 · IC 3529 · 20077 · ICE 627 | On time 8:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h24 | 5:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 3029 · IC 3529 · 20077 · ICE 627 | On time 8:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 8h15 | 5:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 9:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 9h49 | 6:49 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 145 · IC 2049 | On time 10:00 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h17 | 5:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 123 · ICE 9591 · ICE 504 | On time 10:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h42 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 123 · ICE 1653 | On time 10:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 8h09 | 6:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3035 · ICE 123 · ICE 9591 · ICE 504 | On time 10:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h40 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3035 · ICE 123 · ICE 1653 | On time 10:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 8h07 | 6:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3535 · ICE 123 · ICE 549 · IC 2431 | On time 10:26 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h49 | 6:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 3535 · ICE 123 · ICE 9591 · ICE 504 | On time 10:26 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h38 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3535 · ICE 123 · ICE 1653 | On time 10:26 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h05 | 6:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3535 · ICE 123 · ICE 549 · IC 2431 | On time 10:30 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h45 | 6:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 3535 · ICE 123 · ICE 1653 | On time 10:30 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h01 | 6:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3535 · ICE 123 · ICE 9591 · ICE 504 | On time 10:30 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h34 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3537 · 20081 · ICE 721 · ICE 596 | On time 10:56 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h13 | 7:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3537 · 20081 · ICE 721 · ICE 596 | On time 11:00 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h09 | 7:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 147 · IC 2047 | On time 12:00 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h17 | 7:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 125 · ICE 834 · ICE 502 | On time 12:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h42 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 125 · ICE 1655 | On time 12:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 8h09 | 8:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3043 · ICE 125 · ICE 1655 | On time 12:24 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 8h07 | 8:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3043 · ICE 125 · ICE 834 · ICE 502 | On time 12:24 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h40 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3543 · ICE 125 · ICE 834 · ICE 502 | On time 12:26 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h38 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3543 · ICE 125 · ICE 1655 | On time 12:26 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h05 | 8:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3543 · ICE 125 · ICE 641 · IC 2433 | 12:26 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h49 | 8:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3543 · ICE 125 · ICE 641 · IC 2433 | 12:30 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h45 | 8:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3543 · ICE 125 · ICE 834 · ICE 502 | On time 12:30 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h34 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3543 · ICE 125 · ICE 1655 | On time 12:30 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h01 | 8:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3545 · 20085 · ICE 725 · ICE 594 | On time 1:00 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h09 | 9:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 127 · ICE 1657 | On time 2:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 8h09 | 10:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 127 · ICE 832 · ICE 500 | On time 2:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h42 | 10:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3551 · ICE 127 · ICE 1657 | On time 2:30 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h01 | 10:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3551 · ICE 127 · ICE 832 · ICE 500 | On time 2:30 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h34 | 10:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3551 · ICE 127 · ICE 643 · IC 2435 | 2:30 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h45 | 10:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3553 · 20089 · ICE 729 · ICE 592 | On time 3:00 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h09 | 11:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Leipzig
Trains from Amsterdam to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 526 km distance in 6h 49m.
Distance 526 km |
Average train duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 49m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Amsterdam to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Amsterdam and Leipzig from €27. 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.
FlixTrain
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
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
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:59
- Free WiFi in all station areas.
- 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.
- De Broodzaak
- Kyoto Sushi & Grill
- Starbucks
- The Doner Company
- Wagamama
- Wurst & Schnitzelhaus
- Smullers
- Burger King
- Grand Café First Class
- Burgerij
- & many more
- The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
- NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
- Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
- Art’otel Amsterdam
- Located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Parnassusweg.
- Restaurant As
- Gustavino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Amsterdam Zuid
- citizenM Amsterdam South
- Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South
- Located in the main hall
- 1500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 5, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Orlyplein.
- Restaurant Helden
- Grand Café Hermes
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk
- Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station
- MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West
- Located in the main hall
- 500 places, partially covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and local train platforms
- Hall 3: tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 19
- 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
- La mia pizza
- Eis fichte MCL
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
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