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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Zwickau

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€35

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€36

Fastest journey on Sep 18

1 h 57 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

1 h 57 m

Trains on Sep 18

Distance

69 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Zwickau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leipzig to Zwickau will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Leipzig to Zwickau without transferring at least once.

74168 · 74052
9:21 AM1h57
Leipzig Hbf
11:18 AMZwickau (Sachs) Hbf
€351One-way
1 transfer
74170 · 74054
10:21 AM1h57
Leipzig Hbf
12:18 PMZwickau (Sachs) Hbf
€351One-way
1 transfer
74172 · 74056
11:21 AM1h57
Leipzig Hbf
1:18 PMZwickau (Sachs) Hbf
€351One-way
1 transfer
74176 · 74060
1:21 PM1h57
Leipzig Hbf
3:18 PMZwickau (Sachs) Hbf
€351One-way
1 transfer
74174 · 74058
12:21 PM1h57
Leipzig Hbf
2:18 PMZwickau (Sachs) Hbf
€351One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train for Leipzig to Zwickau

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Zwickau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €31, while a train costs an average of €31.

Distance: 69 km

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Most popular Train	Driving
€31 Average price Cheapest	€13 Average price (fuel + tolls)
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Zwickau is a train with an average price of €30.

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Zwickau is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Zwickau take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 24m.

Yes, you can take a train between Leipzig and Zwickau.

Live departures

Leipzig to Zwickau train times

The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Zwickau trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
	4:28 PM Leipzig	1h25	5:53 PM Zwickau	0 transfersDirect
	8:58 PM Leipzig	1h10	10:08 PM Zwickau	0 transfersDirect
Friday, September 18
74162 · 74046	6:21 AM Leipzig Hbf	1h57	8:18 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf	1 transfer
74164 · 74048	7:21 AM Leipzig Hbf	1h57	9:18 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf	1 transfer
74166 · 74050	8:21 AM Leipzig Hbf	1h57	10:18 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf	1 transfer
74168 · 74052	9:21 AM Leipzig Hbf	1h57	11:18 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf	1 transfer
74170 · 74054	10:21 AM Leipzig Hbf	1h57	12:18 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf	1 transfer
74172 · 74056	11:21 AM Leipzig Hbf	1h57	1:18 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf	1 transfer
74174 · 74058	12:21 PM Leipzig Hbf	1h57	2:18 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf	1 transfer
74176 · 74060	1:21 PM Leipzig Hbf	1h57	3:18 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf	1 transfer
74178 · 74062	2:21 PM Leipzig Hbf	1h57	4:18 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leipzig to Zwickau

Germany

Trains from Leipzig to Zwickau run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 1h 9m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

69 km

Average train duration

1h 24m

Cheapest ticket price

€28

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 9m

First train

12:08 AM

Last train

11:08 PM

Cheapest Month

Nov

Cheapest Day

Mon

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Fri

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leipzig to Zwickau trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leipzig and Zwickau from €28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Deutsche Bahn Duration

1h 9m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

€28

Deutsche Bahn frequency

5 a day

Luggage included

Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.

Cancellation Policy

Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?

Refund

If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.

Seat reservation

Second Class:
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.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.

Pets

Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.

Quiet zone

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FAQs: Trains from Leipzig to Zwickau

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Zwickau 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 Zwickau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap train tickets from Leipzig to Zwickau can start from as little as €30 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leipzig to Zwickau is €31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Leipzig to Zwickau is 1h 10m to travel the 69 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Leipzig to Zwickau leaves at 12:08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Leipzig to Zwickau leaves at 11:08 PM.

Yes,there are 4 direct trains a day from Leipzig to Zwickau with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Leipzig to Zwickau, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Zwickau. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Leipzig and Zwickau and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A day trip to Zwickau from Leipzig is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Leipzig to Zwickau is August.

Yes, you can take a train between Leipzig and Zwickau.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leipzig to Zwickau

Most Leipzig to Zwickau trains use the Leipzig Hauptbahnhof to Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Zwickau Zentrum. Use this guide to compare Leipzig and Zwickau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leipzig

Arrival train stations in Zwickau

Which Leipzig station do trains to Zwickau leave from?

Trains from Leipzig to Zwickau leave from Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. The station is 1 km from Leipzig city centre at Willy-Brandt-Platz 5, 04109 Leipzig, Germany.

Leipzig HauptbahnhofWilly-Brandt-Platz 5, 04109 Leipzig, Germany+49 341 9686190 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof from Leipzig city centre

TrainS5x, S5, S4, S3, S1, S2 · 1m · €1 · every ~23 min

BusN3, 89 · 9m · every ~11 min

Tram9 · 8m · every ~11 min

Leipzig Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services

Leipzig Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.

Leipzig MarktLeipzig Markt, Markt 1 a, 04109 Leipzig Zentrum Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Leipzig Markt from Leipzig city centre

Bus89 · 1m · every ~10 min

Leipzig Markt train station facilities and services

Leipzig Markt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.