The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Berlin Hbf
Cheapest price
€46
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Berlin Hbf 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 Hbf will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.
Of the 5 trains that leave Leipzig for Berlin Hbf on Wed, Nov 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.
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ICE 802Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Berlin Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 149 km
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1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Leipzig to Berlin Hbf train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1604 | On time 7:18 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h49 | 9:07 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 804 | On time 8:16 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h57 | 10:13 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 602 | On time 9:16 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h49 | 11:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 802 | On time 10:16 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h57 | 12:13 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1612 | On time 11:16 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1h50 | 1:06 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Berlin Hbf
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 21:38 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | InterCity from Leipzig to Berlin Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Leipzig and Berlin Hbf from €4. 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 Hbf

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leipzig to Berlin Hbf
- 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
- TD Imbiss
- Bistro Cleopatra
- Bistro mit Internet
- Calla Pizza
- Grüne Aue
- Altes Gambrinus
- Katharina
- Bajwa´s Pizzaservice
- Call a Pizza
- Gaststätte Zum Oststern
- Deutscher Hof
- Achilles
- Moertelwerk
- Dominos Plagwitz
- Neuland West
- Old Rebel
- Plagwitzer Hof
- Music Hostel im Noch Besser Leben
- Athos
- Zur Standuhr
- Fortuna Klause
- Zappendorfer Wurstmacher
- Cafe Knauthain - Pizzeria
- Papa John's
- Eiscafé Florenz
- Gaststätte Volksgesundung
- Biroya
- Nori
- Asia Imbiss
- Globus Döner
- Asia-Imbiss
- Hotel Berlin
- Jahrhunderthotel Leipzig
- Balance Hotel
- Zur Feldschänke
- Domino's Leipzig Nord
- Bamboo – Asia
- Alt Möckern
- Amadeo
- Eiscafe Miltitz
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
- Papa John's
- Softeis
- Eiscafé Florenz
- Bistro Bürger
- Betriebskantine
- Gasthaus Pension Pfefferkiste
- Gaststätte Zum Oststern
- Softi to go
- Hotel Adler
- La mia pizza
- Eis fichte MCL
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Marriott
- Capri by Fraser
- Moertelwerk
- Konditorei und Cafe Krüsmann
- Am Kanal
- Gallo Negro
- Plagwitzer Hof
- Hotel Astoria
- Merseburger Hof
- Pension Leipzig Georgplatz
- Heimatscholle
- Akropol Olympia
- China-Bistro Yangtse
- Snackpoint L.E.
- El-Amir
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- China White
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Adagio
- SchlafGut AppartementHotel
- Gwuni Mopera
- 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
- Eiscafe Miltitz
- Telepizza
- Plovdiver Sterneneck
- Biergarten Herzberg
- Apollon
- Alte Salzstraße
- Telepizza
- Restaurant Dubrovnik
- Grünauer Krug
- Apollon
- Alte Salzstraße
- Restaurant Dubrovnik
- Rhodos
- Kulturhaus Eutritzsch
- Asia Bistro Express
- Crossi Snack
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
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