The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Leipzig
Cheapest price
€56
Average price
€67
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Leipzig will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.
It's difficult to get from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Leipzig without transferring at least once.
FEX 19822 · IC 2175 · RE 18387
FEX 19822 · RE 52175 · RE 18387
RE 62017 · ICE 707
FEX 19818 · ICE 507
FEX 19820 · ICE 705
FEX 19818 · ICE 507
FEX 19826 · ICE 509
FEX 19822 · IC 2175 · RE 18387
FEX 19822 · RE 52175 · RE 18387
RE 62017 · ICE 707Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 138 km
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€51 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FEX 19818 · ICE 507 | On time 7:55 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2h47 | 10:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FEX 19820 · ICE 705 | On time 8:23 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 3h19 | 11:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FEX 19822 · IC 2175 · RE 18387 | On time 8:55 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2h55 | 11:50 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FEX 19822 · RE 52175 · RE 18387 | On time 8:55 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2h55 | 11:50 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FEX 19826 · ICE 509 | On time 9:55 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2h47 | 12:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 62017 · ICE 707 | On time 10:44 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2h58 | 1:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Leipzig
Trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Leipzig run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 06:09 |
Last train 19:37 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, S-Bahn Berlin from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, S-Bahn Berlin trains will get you between Berlin Brandenburg Airport and Leipzig from €8. 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
S-Bahn Berlin
FAQs: Trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Brandenburg Airport 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 Berlin Brandenburg Airport to 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
- TD Imbiss
- Bistro Cleopatra
- Bistro mit Internet
- Calla Pizza
- Grüne Aue
- Altes Gambrinus
- Katharina
- Bajwa´s Pizzaservice
- Moertelwerk
- Dominos Plagwitz
- Neuland West
- Old Rebel
- Plagwitzer Hof
- Music Hostel im Noch Besser Leben
- Athos
- Zur Standuhr
- Fortuna Klause
- Zappendorfer Wurstmacher
- Imbiss 54
- Döner Alanya
- Cafe Knauthain - Pizzeria
- Papa John's
- Eiscafé Florenz
- Gaststätte Volksgesundung
- Biroya
- Nori
- Asia Imbiss
- Globus Döner
- Asia-Imbiss
- Hotel Berlin
- Jahrhunderthotel Leipzig
- Balance Hotel
- Carl von Clausewitz
- Asia Wok Bistro - fernöstliche Spezialitäten
- Zur Marketenderin
- Bistro Sipa
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
- Zum Pferdestall
- Gulaschkanone
- La mia pizza
- Eis fichte MCL
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Marriott
- Capri by Fraser
- Moertelwerk
- Konditorei und Cafe Krüsmann
- Am Kanal
- Gallo Negro
- Plagwitzer Hof
- Hotel Astoria
- Merseburger Hof
- Pension Leipzig Georgplatz
- Heimatscholle
- Akropol Olympia
- China-Bistro Yangtse
- Snackpoint L.E.
- El-Amir
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- China White
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Adagio
- SchlafGut AppartementHotel
- Gwuni Mopera
- Pizza-Turm
- Grünauer Krug
- Neuland West
- Apollon
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with multiple entry points around the station.
- Restaurant Weinstock
- Auerbachs Keller
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- Leipzig Marriott Hotel
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-12 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 7, 10, 12, 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
- Eiscafe Miltitz
- Telepizza
- Plovdiver Sterneneck
- Biergarten Herzberg
- Grünauer Krug
- Apollon
- Alte Salzstraße
- Restaurant Dubrovnik
- Asia-Imbiss
- Ambrosia
- Thüringer Rostbrat...
- Coffee Choice
- Jahrhunderthotel Leipzig
- Balance Hotel
- Rhodos
- Kulturhaus Eutritzsch
- Asia Bistro Express
- Crossi Snack
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