The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Eisenach
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Eisenach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Eisenach will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 5 trains that leave Leipzig for Eisenach on Fri, Nov 14, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 14 the direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Fri, Nov 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leipzig to Eisenach
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Eisenach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 149 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€42 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leipzig to Eisenach train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Eisenach trains for today, Thursday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:19 AM Leipzig | 2h30 | 9:49 AM Eisenach | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:29 AM Leipzig | 1h17 | 8:46 AM Eisenach | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:42 AM Leipzig | 2h07 | 9:49 AM Eisenach | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:48 AM Leipzig | 2h01 | 9:49 AM Eisenach | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:56 AM Leipzig | 1h58 | 9:54 AM Eisenach | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Leipzig to Eisenach by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Eisenach
Trains from Leipzig to Eisenach run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Abellio GmbH, ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH from Leipzig to Eisenach trainsDeutsche Bahn, Abellio GmbH, ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH trains will get you between Leipzig and Eisenach from €22. 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.
Abellio GmbH
ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH
FAQs: Trains from Leipzig to Eisenach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Eisenach 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 Eisenach, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Leipzig Hbf, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Eisenach station, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leipzig to Eisenach
- 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
- 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
- Bei GIOVANNI
- Steakhaus Zum Ritter
- Kartoffelhaus
- Cafe Toccata
- LOGOTEL
- Vienna House Thüringer Hof
- Hotel am Markt
- Pension Michelangelo
- Wiesengrund
- Hörselgrund
- Augustiner Bräu Spezialausschank
- Storchenturm - Gasthof
- Gino's Pizza Taxi, Rialto Pizza
- Eisenacher Hof
- Lutherhotel Eisenacher Hof
- Pension Katharinenschule
- Hotel Klostergarten
- Tor zum Rennsteig
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