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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Leipzig
Cheapest price on Oct 05
€18
Average ticket price on Oct 05
€75
Fastest journey on Oct 05
3 h 12 m
Average journey duration on Oct 05
3 h 16 m
Trains on Oct 05
13
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Leipzig will cost around €75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Mon, Oct 05, we found 13 trains from Hamburg to Leipzig, including 6 direct services.
On Mon, Oct 05 the direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
On Mon, Oct 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.
IC 2031+
81647+
8360112:33 AM7h57Hamburg Hbf8:30 AMLeipzig Hbf€181One-way2 transfers
FlixTrain5:39 PM3h33Hamburg Hbf9:12 PMLeipzig Hbf€351One-way0 transfers- RJ 171 · ICE 1503 · S55:34 AM3h53Hamburg Hbf9:27 AMLeipzig Hbf€471One-way2 transfers
- ICE 703 · IC 24475:51 AM3h41Hamburg Hbf9:32 AMLeipzig Hbf€501One-way1 transfer
- ICE 5056:34 AM3h12Hamburg Hbf9:46 AMLeipzig Hbf€731One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5056:34 AM3h12Hamburg Hbf9:46 AMLeipzig Hbf€731One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5078:34 AM3h12Hamburg Hbf11:46 AMLeipzig Hbf€941One-way0 transfers
- ICE 50910:34 AM3h12Hamburg Hbf1:46 PMLeipzig Hbf€941One-way0 transfers
- ICE 120511:51 AM3h22Hamburg Hbf3:13 PMLeipzig Hbf€941One-way0 transfers
- ICE 917:48 AM3h24Hamburg Hbf11:12 AMLeipzig Hbf€941One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Leipzig
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Trains from Hamburg to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Hamburg to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Monday, October 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 2031+81647+83601 | Delayed 4:10 AM 12:33 AMHamburg Hbf | 7h57 | 8:30 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 171 · ICE 1503 · S5 | On time 5:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h53 | 9:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 703 · IC 2447 | On time 5:51 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h41 | 9:32 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 505 | On time 6:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h12 | 9:46 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 91 | On time 7:48 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h24 | 11:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 507 | On time 8:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h12 | 11:46 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 585 · IC 2443 | On time 9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 1:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 175 · ICE 1507 · S5 | On time 9:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h53 | 1:27 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 175 · ICE 1507 · IC 2443 | On time 9:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h57 | 1:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 509 | On time 10:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h12 | 1:46 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 141 · ICE 691 | Delayed 11:02 AM Hamburg-Bergedorf | 3h40 | 12:44 PM 12:44 PMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1205 | On time 11:51 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h22 | 3:13 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 5:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h33 | 9:12 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
FlixTrain
metronom
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Leipzig
Most Hamburg to Leipzig trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Leipzig leave from?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Which Leipzig station do trains from Hamburg 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-Lindenau from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig-Lindenau is 3 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig-Lindenau train station facilities and services
Leipzig-Lindenau 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: Moertelwerk, Konditorei und Cafe Krüsmann, Am Kanal, Gallo Negro
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig-Lindenau. ATMs are available at Leipzig-Lindenau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig-Lindenau. Information desks are available at Leipzig-Lindenau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig-Lindenau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig-Lindenau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig-Lindenau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig-Lindenau.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Plagwitzer Hof, Hotel Astoria, Merseburger Hof, Pension Leipzig Georgplatz.
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