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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Potsdam to Leipzig
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€54
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€59
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 55 m
Trains on Sep 17
27
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Potsdam to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Potsdam to Leipzig will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
It's difficult to get from Potsdam to Leipzig without transferring at least 2 times.
S7 · S46 · ICE 919:11 AM2h01Potsdam Hbf11:12 AMLeipzig Hbf€541One-way2 transfers- S7 · ICE 919:11 AM2h01Potsdam Hbf11:12 AMLeipzig Hbf€541One-way1 transfer
- S7 · ICE 919:01 AM2h11Potsdam Hbf11:12 AMLeipzig Hbf€541One-way1 transfer
- 73811 · S5 · ICE 5079:49 AM1h57Potsdam Hbf11:46 AMLeipzig Hbf€541One-way2 transfers
- S7 · S42 · ICE 5079:51 AM1h55Potsdam Hbf11:46 AMLeipzig Hbf€541One-way2 transfers
- S7 · S42 · ICE 5079:51 AM1h55Potsdam Hbf11:46 AMLeipzig Hbf€541One-way2 transfers
- S7 · S42 · ICE 50911:51 AM1h55Potsdam Hbf1:46 PMLeipzig Hbf€651One-way2 transfers
- S7 · S42 · ICE 6011:51 PM1h55Potsdam Hbf3:46 PMLeipzig Hbf€541One-way2 transfers
- S7 · S42 · ICE 6033:51 PM1h55Potsdam Hbf5:46 PMLeipzig Hbf€541One-way2 transfers
- 73811 · S5 · ICE 5079:49 AM1h57Potsdam Hbf11:46 AMLeipzig Hbf€541One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Potsdam to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Potsdam to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 27m. 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 bus costs an average of €23, while a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 127 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€32 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Potsdam to Leipzig:
A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potsdam to Leipzig costing on average €32.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 26m.
Live departures
Potsdam to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Potsdam to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S7 · ICE 597 | Delayed 8:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h01 | 8:52 AM 8:52 AMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 · S46 · ICE 1505 · IC 2445 | On time 8:51 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h26 | 11:17 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S7 · ICE 91 | Delayed 9:01 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h11 | 9:22 AM 9:22 AMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 · S46 · ICE 91 | Delayed 9:11 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h01 | 9:22 AM 9:22 AMLeipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S7 · ICE 91 | Delayed 9:11 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h01 | 9:22 AM 9:22 AMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 · ICE 507 | Delayed 9:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h05 | 9:56 AM 9:56 AMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 73811 · S5 · ICE 507 | Delayed 9:49 AM Potsdam Hbf | 1h57 | 9:56 AM 9:56 AMLeipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S7 · ICE 1007 · IC 2235 | On time 9:51 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h24 | 12:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S7 · S42 · ICE 507 | Delayed 9:51 AM Potsdam Hbf | 1h55 | 9:56 AM 9:56 AMLeipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S7 · ICE 599 | Delayed 10:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h01 | 10:52 AM 10:52 AMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 · S46 · ICE 1507 · IC 2443 | On time 10:51 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h26 | 1:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S7 · ICE 509 | Delayed 11:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h05 | 11:56 AM 11:56 AMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 · ICE 1009 · IC 2037 | On time 11:51 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h24 | 2:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S7 · S42 · ICE 509 | Delayed 11:51 AM Potsdam Hbf | 1h55 | 11:56 AM 11:56 AMLeipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S7 · ICE 691 | Delayed 12:41 PM Potsdam Hbf | 2h01 | 12:52 PM 12:52 PMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 · ICE 1205 | On time 1:01 PM Potsdam Hbf | 2h12 | 3:13 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 · S46 · ICE 1205 | On time 1:11 PM Potsdam Hbf | 2h02 | 3:13 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S7 · ICE 601 | Delayed 1:41 PM Potsdam Hbf | 2h05 | 1:56 PM 1:56 PMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 · S42 · ICE 601 | Delayed 1:51 PM Potsdam Hbf | 1h55 | 1:56 PM 1:56 PMLeipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S7 · ICE 1101 · IC 2039 | On time 1:51 PM Potsdam Hbf | 2h24 | 4:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S7 · ICE 693 | Delayed 2:41 PM Potsdam Hbf | 2h01 | 2:52 PM 2:52 PMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 · S46 · ICE 1601 · IC 2049 | On time 2:51 PM Potsdam Hbf | 2h26 | 5:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S7 · ICE 603 | Delayed 3:41 PM Potsdam Hbf | 2h05 | 3:56 PM 3:56 PMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 73815 · S5 · ICE 603 | Delayed 3:49 PM Potsdam Hbf | 1h57 | 3:56 PM 3:56 PMLeipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S7 · ICE 1103 · IC 2239 | On time 3:51 PM Potsdam Hbf | 2h24 | 6:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S7 · S42 · ICE 603 | Delayed 3:51 PM Potsdam Hbf | 1h55 | 3:56 PM 3:56 PMLeipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S7 · ICE 695 | Delayed 4:41 PM Potsdam Hbf | 2h01 | 4:52 PM 4:52 PMLeipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Potsdam to Leipzig
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Trains from Potsdam to Leipzig run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 127 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, S-Bahn Berlin from Potsdam to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, S-Bahn Berlin trains will get you between Potsdam and Leipzig from €16. 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.
S-Bahn Berlin
FAQs: Trains from Potsdam to Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potsdam to Leipzig 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 Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Potsdam to Leipzig
Most Potsdam to Leipzig trains use the Potsdam Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Messe. Use this guide to compare Potsdam and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Potsdam station do trains to Leipzig leave from?
Getting to Potsdam Hbf from Potsdam city centre
Potsdam Hbf train station facilities and services
Potsdam Hbf 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.
Food and drink
Food options include: Smiley's Pizza Profis, Addy's Bistro und Café, Bao An, Theo's Inselcafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Potsdam Hbf. ATMs are available at Potsdam Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Potsdam Hbf. Information desks are available at Potsdam Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Potsdam Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Potsdam Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Potsdam Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Potsdam Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express, The niu Amity.
Which Leipzig station do trains from Potsdam arrive at?
Getting to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof from Leipzig city centre
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.
Getting to Leipzig Messe from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig Messe is 6 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Messe train station facilities and services
Leipzig Messe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dönerhaus, Grand Canyon, Graf Zeppelin, Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Messe. ATMs are available at Leipzig Messe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Messe. Information desks are available at Leipzig Messe.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Messe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Messe.
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