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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Göttingen to Leipzig
- Cheapest price on Nov 09
- €25
- Average ticket price on Nov 09
- €49
- Fastest journey on Nov 09
- 2 h 36 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 09
- 4 h 2 m
- Trains on Nov 09
- 4
- Distance
- 170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Göttingen to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Göttingen to Leipzig will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Mon, Nov 09, we found 4 trains from Göttingen to Leipzig, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 09 the direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Mon, Nov 09 the slowest trains will take 7 h 28 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.
6:09 AM 3h05 Göttingen 9:14 AM Leipzig €25 1 One-way 0 transfers8:07 AM 2h57 Göttingen 11:04 AM Leipzig €41 1 One-way 0 transfers9:11 PM 7h28 Göttingen 4:39 AM Leipzig €59 1 One-way 0 transfers3:09 PM 2h36 Göttingen 5:45 PM Leipzig €69 1 One-way 0 transfers
3:09 PM 2h36 Göttingen 5:45 PM Leipzig €69 1 One-way 0 transfers8:07 AM 2h57 Göttingen 11:04 AM Leipzig €41 1 One-way 0 transfers6:09 AM 3h05 Göttingen 9:14 AM Leipzig €25 1 One-way 0 transfers9:11 PM 7h28 Göttingen 4:39 AM Leipzig €59 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Göttingen to Leipzig
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Trains from Göttingen to Leipzig run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Live departures
Göttingen to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Göttingen to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Monday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:09 AM Göttingen | 3h05 | 9:14 AM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:07 AM Göttingen | 2h57 | 11:04 AM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:09 PM Göttingen | 2h36 | 5:45 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Göttingen and Leipzig
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Göttingen to Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Göttingen 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 Göttingen to Leipzig
Most Göttingen to Leipzig trains use the Göttingen to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. Use this guide to compare Göttingen and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Göttingen station do trains to Leipzig leave from?
Getting to Göttingen from Göttingen city centre
Göttingen train station facilities and services
Göttingen 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: Mannamia, Europic, Efes Döner, Bratwurst Glöckle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Göttingen. ATMs are available at Göttingen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Göttingen. Information desks are available at Göttingen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Göttingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göttingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göttingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kasseler Hof, Hotel Schiffer, B&B Hotel Göttingen-City.
Which Leipzig station do trains from Göttingen arrive at?
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-Leutzsch from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig-Leutzsch is 4 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig-Leutzsch train station facilities and services
Leipzig-Leutzsch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Grüne Aue, Altes Gambrinus, Katharina, Bajwa´s Pizzaservice
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig-Leutzsch. ATMs are available at Leipzig-Leutzsch.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig-Leutzsch. Information desks are available at Leipzig-Leutzsch.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig-Leutzsch. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig-Leutzsch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig-Leutzsch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig-Leutzsch.
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