The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Leipzig
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
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 €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Leipzig without transferring at least once.
ICE 787 · IC 2037
ICE 91 · IC 2035
ICE 1609 · RE 16933 · RE 16115
ICE 585 · IC 2443
ICE 587 · IC 2441
ICE 91 · IC 2035
ICE 787 · IC 2037
ICE 1609 · RE 16933 · RE 16115
ICE 585 · IC 2443
ICE 587 · IC 2441Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. 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 €15, and a flight costs an average of €215.
Distance: 295 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€55 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €422 Average price |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Leipzig trains for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 91 · IC 2035 | On time 7:02 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h14 | 11:16 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585 · IC 2443 | On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h21 | 12:22 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1609 · RE 16933 · RE 16115 | On time 8:37 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h19 | 12:56 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 787 · IC 2037 | On time 9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h15 | 1:16 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 587 · IC 2441 | On time 10:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h21 | 2:22 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Leipzig
Trains from Hamburg to Leipzig run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Hamburg to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Hamburg and Leipzig from €15. 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 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Hamburg Hbf, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) 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 Hamburg to Leipzig
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
- Asia Lam
- Dutch
- Schweinske
- Sultan's Kepub
- O Pescador
- Asia Quick
- Paulaner's
- Burger King
- Hotel Stella Maris
- Empire Riverside Hotel
- Hotel St. Joseph
- Auto-Parkhotel
- Café Bom Dia
- Oktober Harburg
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- Imbiss Tetova
- Pikasa
- Nach Amerika
- Eiscafé Sharri
- Asia Quick
- Burger King
- KFC
- Hesburger
- Empire Riverside Hotel
- Hotel St. Joseph
- Auto-Parkhotel
- East Hotel
- 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
- Grüne Aue
- Altes Gambrinus
- Katharina
- Bajwa´s Pizzaservice
- Nori
- Asia Imbiss
- Globus Döner
- Asia-Imbiss
- Hotel Berlin
- Jahrhunderthotel Leipzig
- Balance Hotel
- Eiscafe Miltitz
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
- 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
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
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