The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Cheapest price
€52
Average price
€58
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
It's difficult to get from Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport without transferring at least once.
ICE 694 · 21873
ICE 604 · 21849
ICE 696 · 21857
ICE 600 · 21881
ICE 602 · 21865
ICE 696 · 21857
ICE 694 · 21873
ICE 604 · 21849
ICE 600 · 21881
ICE 602 · 21865Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 138 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€51 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport trains for today, Sunday, December 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 904 · 21825 | Delayed 4:11 AM 4:11 AMLeipzig Hbf | 1h34 | 5:45 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 29 | |||||
ICE 604 · 21849 | On time 7:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h33 | 8:45 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1 transfer | |
ICE 696 · 21857 | On time 8:16 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h29 | 9:45 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1 transfer | |
ICE 602 · 21865 | On time 9:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h33 | 10:45 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1 transfer | |
ICE 694 · 21873 | On time 10:16 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h30 | 11:46 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport by train or bus
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Overview: Train from Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Trains from Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:18, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 03:18 |
Last train 21:38 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | InterCity from Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Leipzig and Berlin Brandenburg Airport from €8. 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
ÖBB | InterCity
FAQs: Trains from Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport 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 Berlin Brandenburg Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leipzig to Berlin Brandenburg Airport
- 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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