The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Paris
Cheapest price
€160
Average price
€173
Fastest journey
7 h 8 m
Average duration
7 h 19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
766 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Paris will cost around €173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €160.
It's difficult to get from Leipzig to Paris without transferring at least once.
ICE 795 · ICE 9590
ICE 797 · ICE 691 · ICE 79+
TGV 9570
ICE 793 · ICE 597+
TGV 9580+
ICE 9572
ICE 1558+
TGV 9560
ICE 1652+
TGV 9552
ICE 1558+
TGV 9560
ICE 795 · ICE 9590
ICE 1652+
TGV 9552
ICE 793 · ICE 597+
TGV 9580+
ICE 9572
ICE 797 · ICE 691 · ICE 79+
TGV 9570Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Leipzig to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €217.
Distance: 766 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€172 Average price | €64 Average price Cheapest | €342 Average price |
7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 28m Average total duration 12h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.3 - 4.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Leipzig to Paris train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1652+ TGV 9552 | On time 8:33 AM Leipzig Hbf | 7h19 | 3:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 793 · ICE 597+ TGV 9580+ ICE 9572 | On time 9:41 AM Leipzig Hbf | 7h24 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
ICE 795 · ICE 9590 | On time 11:41 AM Leipzig Hbf | 7h14 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1558+ TGV 9560 | On time 12:33 PM Leipzig Hbf | 7h08 | 7:41 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 797 · ICE 691 · ICE 79+ TGV 9570 | On time 1:41 PM Leipzig Hbf | 7h32 | 9:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Paris
Distance 766 km |
Average train duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €100 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 6m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV from Leipzig to Paris trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV trains will get you between Leipzig and Paris from €42. 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.
TGV
FAQs: Trains from Leipzig to Paris

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leipzig to Paris
- 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
- Moertelwerk
- Dominos Plagwitz
- Neuland West
- Old Rebel
- Plagwitzer Hof
- Music Hostel im Noch Besser Leben
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
- 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
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
- Grünauer Krug
- Apollon
- Alte Salzstraße
- Restaurant Dubrovnik
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
- Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est
- La Consigne
- Starbucks
- Factory & Co
- La Place
- McDonald's
- Mon Chou
- Go Johnny Go
- Maison Pradier
- PAUL
- & many more
- The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4.
- Hotel Whistler
- Hôtel LOCOMO
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Located between Tracks 15 and 18.
- Metro lines: 4, 5, 7
- Bus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
- Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
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