The cheapest and fastest trains from Saarbrücken to Leipzig
Cheapest price
€80
Average price
€101
Fastest journey
5 h 26 m
Average duration
6 h 7 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
449 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saarbrücken to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saarbrücken to Leipzig will cost around €101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
Of the 4 trains that leave Saarbrücken for Leipzig on Wed, Nov 05, 4 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 449 km distance in an average of 6 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 26 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 54 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 Saarbrücken to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 449 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€111 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Saarbrücken to Leipzig train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:27 AM Saarbrücken | 5h49 | 12:16 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:02 AM Saarbrücken | 6h54 | 1:56 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:51 AM Saarbrücken | 6h19 | 2:10 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:58 AM Saarbrücken | 5h26 | 2:24 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saarbrücken to Leipzig
Distance 449 km |
Average train duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 23m |
First train 00:21 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, vlexx from Saarbrücken to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, vlexx trains will get you between Saarbrücken and Leipzig from €23. 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.
vlexx
FAQs: Trains from Saarbrücken to Leipzig

Passengers board the train most frequently from Saarbrücken Hbf, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leipzig Hbf, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Saarbrücken to Leipzig
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Saturday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Il Giardino
- Eiscafe Jesolo
- Pizza Hut
- Brauhaus zum Stiefel
- Premier Inn Saarbrücken City Centre Hotel
- Mercure SB City
- Europa Hotel Saarbrücken
- Hotel Stadt Hamburg Saarbrücken
- 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
- Papa John's
- Eiscafé Florenz
- Gaststätte Volksgesundung
- Biroya
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
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