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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€9
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€56
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 9 m
Trains on Sep 18
21
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Südkreuz station 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 Südkreuz station to Leipzig will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 21 trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig, including 9 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 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.
FlixTrain8:04 PM1h08Berlin Südkreuz station9:12 PMLeipzig Hbf€91One-way0 transfers- FlixTrain5:39 PM1h10Berlin Südkreuz station6:49 PMLeipzig Hbf€101One-way0 transfers
ICE 9110:01 AM1h11Berlin Südkreuz station11:12 AMLeipzig Hbf€351One-way0 transfers- ICE 5058:35 AM1h11Berlin Südkreuz station9:46 AMLeipzig Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5979:35 AM1h07Berlin Südkreuz station10:42 AMLeipzig Hbf€501One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5979:35 AM1h07Berlin Südkreuz station10:42 AMLeipzig Hbf€501One-way0 transfers
- FlixTrain8:04 PM1h08Berlin Südkreuz station9:12 PMLeipzig Hbf€91One-way0 transfers
- FlixTrain5:39 PM1h10Berlin Südkreuz station6:49 PMLeipzig Hbf€101One-way0 transfers
- ICE 12052:03 PM1h10Berlin Südkreuz station3:13 PMLeipzig Hbf€631One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5058:35 AM1h11Berlin Südkreuz station9:46 AMLeipzig Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, while a bus costs an average of €17.
Distance: 143 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price | €27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig:
A bus is €0.69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig costing on average €13.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 8m.
Live departures
Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 505 | Delayed 6:38 AM 8:35 AMBerlin Südkreuz station | 1h11 | 7:56 AM 7:56 AMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1005 · IC 2033 | On time 8:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h33 | 10:15 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 597 | Delayed 9:35 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h07 | 8:52 AM 8:52 AMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1505 · IC 2445 | On time 9:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h35 | 11:17 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 91 | Delayed 8:05 AM 10:01 AMBerlin Südkreuz station | 1h11 | 9:22 AM 9:22 AMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 507 | Delayed 8:38 AM 10:35 AMBerlin Südkreuz station | 1h11 | 9:56 AM 9:56 AMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1007 · IC 2235 | On time 10:43 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h32 | 12:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 599 | Delayed 11:35 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h07 | 10:52 AM 10:52 AMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1507 · IC 2443 | On time 11:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h35 | 1:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 509 | Delayed 10:38 AM 12:35 PMBerlin Südkreuz station | 1h11 | 11:56 AM 11:56 AMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1009 · IC 2037 | On time 12:43 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h32 | 2:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 691 | Delayed 1:34 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h08 | 12:52 PM 12:52 PMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1205 | On time 2:03 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h10 | 3:13 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 601 | Delayed 12:38 PM 2:35 PMBerlin Südkreuz station | 1h11 | 1:56 PM 1:56 PMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1101 · IC 2039 | On time 2:43 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h32 | 4:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 693 | Delayed 3:35 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h07 | 2:52 PM 2:52 PMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1601 · IC 2049 | On time 3:42 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h35 | 5:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 603 | Delayed 2:38 PM 4:35 PMBerlin Südkreuz station | 1h11 | 3:56 PM 3:56 PMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1103 · IC 2239 | On time 4:43 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h32 | 6:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 695 | Delayed 5:33 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h09 | 4:52 PM 4:52 PMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 5:39 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h10 | 6:49 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1603 · IC 2047 | On time 5:42 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h35 | 7:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 605 | Delayed 4:38 PM 6:35 PMBerlin Südkreuz station | 1h11 | 5:56 PM 5:56 PMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1105 · IC 2433 | On time 6:43 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h32 | 8:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 697 | Delayed 7:35 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h07 | 6:52 PM 6:52 PMLeipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 8:04 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1h08 | 9:12 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig
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Trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 18:04. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 6:35 AM |
Last train 6:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Berlin Südkreuz station and Leipzig from €4. 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
FAQs: Trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Südkreuz station 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 Südkreuz station to Leipzig
Most Berlin Südkreuz station to Leipzig trains use the Berlin Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. Use this guide to compare Berlin Südkreuz station and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services
Berlin Südkreuz 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: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
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 Hbf, Ostseite from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite train station facilities and services
Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Weinstock, Auerbachs Keller
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, Leipzig Marriott Hotel, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
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