The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€125
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig will cost around €125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 20 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Leipzig on Fri, Jun 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 293 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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.
FlixTrain · FlixTrain5:58 PM3h32Frankfurt South station9:30 PMLeipzig Hbf€431One-way1 transfer
ICE 25981:35 PM2h54Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4:29 PMLeipzig Hbf€551One-way0 transfers
ICE 15 · ICE 25981:15 PM3h14Frankfurt Airport long-distance station4:29 PMLeipzig Hbf€571One-way1 transfer
ICE 15557:19 AM3h12Frankfurt (Main) Hbf10:31 AMLeipzig Hbf€841One-way0 transfers
ICE 9346:12 AM3h19Frankfurt (Main) Hbf9:31 AMLeipzig Hbf€841One-way0 transfers
ICE 25981:35 PM2h54Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4:29 PMLeipzig Hbf€551One-way0 transfers
ICE 15557:19 AM3h12Frankfurt (Main) Hbf10:31 AMLeipzig Hbf€841One-way0 transfers
ICE 25979:18 AM3h13Frankfurt (Main) Hbf12:31 PMLeipzig Hbf€1701One-way0 transfers
ICE 15 · ICE 25981:15 PM3h14Frankfurt Airport long-distance station4:29 PMLeipzig Hbf€571One-way1 transfer
ICE 9328:12 AM3h19Frankfurt (Main) Hbf11:31 AMLeipzig Hbf€961One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €93.
Distance: 293 km
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4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 698 · ICE 503 | Delayed 1:09 AM 3:09 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h37 | 7:46 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 698 · ICE 503 | Delayed 1:06 AM 3:31 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 7:46 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 921 · ICE 1555 | Delayed 5:12 AM 6:47 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h44 | 9:39 AM 9:39 AMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 929 · ICE 889 | Delayed 6:29 PM 8:02 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h29 | 12:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 929 · ICE 889 | Delayed 6:29 PM 8:02 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h29 | 12:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 929 · 4629 · ICE 908 | Delayed 6:29 PM 8:02 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h02 | 12:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2292 | On time 8:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h38 | 11:49 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 929 · 4629 · ICE 908 | Delayed 6:46 PM 8:19 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h45 | 12:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 929 · ICE 889 | Delayed 6:46 PM 8:19 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h12 | 12:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 889 | On time 8:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h59 | 12:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1021 · ICE 904 | Delayed 8:19 PM 10:02 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h01 | 4:03 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1021 · ICE 904 | Delayed 8:35 PM 10:19 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h44 | 4:03 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
ICE 827 · ICE 804 · S5 | On time 4:54 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h33 | 9:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 934 | On time 6:12 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h19 | 9:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 1555 | On time 6:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h46 | 10:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1555 | On time 7:19 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h12 | 10:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 932 | On time 7:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h46 | 11:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 932 | On time 8:12 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h19 | 11:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
29247 · ICE 2597 | On time 8:50 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h41 | 12:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2597 | On time 9:18 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h13 | 12:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 930 | On time 9:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h46 | 1:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 25 · 4609 · ICE 508 | On time 10:02 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h02 | 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 930 | On time 10:11 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h20 | 1:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 25 · 4609 · ICE 508 | On time 10:19 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h45 | 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 27 · 4613 · ICE 506 | On time 12:02 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h02 | 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 27 · 4613 · ICE 506 | On time 12:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h45 | 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 15 · ICE 2598 | On time 1:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h14 | 4:29 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2598 | On time 1:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h54 | 4:29 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 29 · 4617 · ICE 504 | On time 2:02 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h02 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 29 · 4617 · ICE 504 | On time 2:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h45 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 229 · 4621 · ICE 502 | On time 4:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h45 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 5:58 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h32 | 9:30 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 293 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Leo Express, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, Leo Express, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Leipzig from €20. 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.
Leo Express
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- 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
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
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