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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Leipzig
Cheapest price
€83
Average price
€117
Fastest journey
9 h 58 m
Average duration
10 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
482 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Leipzig will cost around €117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €83.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen to Leipzig without transferring at least 2 times.
EC 395 · ICE 771 · IC 2433EC 393 · ICE 1603 · ICE 801EC 393 · ICE 1603 · RE 16941 · RE 16123ICL 43 · IC 55761 · RE 11179 · ICE 599EC 395 · ICE 1615 · RE 16945 · RE 16127EC 393 · ICE 1603 · RE 16941 · RE 16123EC 395 · ICE 1615 · RE 16945 · RE 16127EC 395 · ICE 771 · IC 2433EC 393 · ICE 1603 · ICE 801ICL 43 · IC 55761 · RE 11179 · ICE 599
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Copenhagen to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €162.
Distance: 482 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€111 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest | €543 Average price |
10h 12m Average total duration 9h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 47m Average total duration 11h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Copenhagen to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Leipzig trains for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 393 · ICE 1603 · RE 16941 · RE 16123 | On time 6:58 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h58 | 4:56 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 393 · ICE 1603 · ICE 801 | On time 6:58 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h44 | 5:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 395 · ICE 1615 · RE 16945 · RE 16127 | On time 8:58 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h58 | 6:56 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 395 · ICE 771 · IC 2433 | On time 8:58 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h17 | 7:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICL 43 · IC 55761 · RE 11179 · ICE 599 | 10:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h55 | 10:47 PM Leipzig Hbf | 5 transfers | |
| 4:22 AM Copenhagen | 8h20 | 12:42 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:22 AM Copenhagen | 9h20 | 3:42 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Leipzig
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Trains from Copenhagen to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €57 but you can travel from only €32 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 482 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 482 km |
Average train duration 9h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €57 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 8h 45m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Metronom from Copenhagen to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, Metronom trains will get you between Copenhagen and Leipzig from €32. 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.
Metronom
FAQs: Trains from Copenhagen to Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen 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.
When departing from Copenhagen, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Copenhagen Central Station, Copenhagen, Østerbrogade (Svanemøllen St. ) and Copenhagen, Emdrup Station. When arriving in Leipzig, you can end your trip in train stations like Leipzig Hbf, Leipzig/Halle Airport station and Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Copenhagen Central Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (588 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leipzig Hbf, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Copenhagen to Leipzig
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Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
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- 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
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Nori
- Asia Imbiss
- Globus Döner
- Asia-Imbiss
- Hotel Berlin
- Jahrhunderthotel Leipzig
- Balance Hotel
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
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