The cheapest and fastest trains from Warsaw to Leipzig
Cheapest price
€80
Average price
€107
Fastest journey
7 h 42 m
Average duration
8 h 14 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
602 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warsaw to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Leipzig will cost around €107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
It's difficult to get from Warsaw to Leipzig without transferring at least once.
EC 44 · ICE 803
EC 48 · ICE 709
EC 46 · ICE 801
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · ICE 1601
IC 1810 · IC 8304+
KD 69155+
TLX 5688
EC 44 · ICE 803
EC 48 · ICE 709
EC 46 · ICE 801
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · ICE 1601
IC 1810 · IC 8304+
KD 69155+
TLX 5688Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Warsaw to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €175.
Distance: 602 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€85 Average price | €51 Average price Cheapest | €453 Average price |
8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Warsaw to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Leipzig trains for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · ICE 1601 | On time 7:00 AM Warsaw Central | 7h42 | 2:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 48 · ICE 709 | On time 8:00 AM Warsaw Central | 7h42 | 3:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 46 · ICE 801 | On time 10:00 AM Warsaw Central | 7h42 | 5:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 44 · ICE 803 | On time 12:00 PM Warsaw Central | 7h42 | 7:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 1630+ KD 69155+ TLX 5688+ RE 16536 | On time 12:06 PM Warsaw Central | 10h44 | 10:50 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 1810 · RE 5364 · RE 3519 · IC 495 | On time 12:30 PM Warsaw Central | 10h43 | 11:13 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 1810 · IC 8304+ KD 69155+ TLX 5688 | On time 12:30 PM Warsaw Central | 10h20 | 10:50 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Warsaw to Leipzig
Trains from Warsaw to Leipzig run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €31 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 602 km distance in 6h 42m.
Distance 602 km |
Average train duration 8h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 42m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Warsaw to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Warsaw and Leipzig from €31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
PKP Intercity
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.
FAQs: Trains from Warsaw to Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw 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.

When departing from Warsaw, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Warsaw Central and Warsaw Chopin Airport. When arriving in Leipzig, you can end your trip in train stations like Leipzig Hbf, Leipzig/Halle Airport station and Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Warsaw Central, which is located around 0.6 miles (995 m) 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 Warsaw to Leipzig
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Al. Jerozolimskie.
- Strefa Centralna
- Restauracja Halka
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Warsaw Marriott Hotel
- InterContinental Warsaw
- Novotel Warszawa Centrum
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for long-distance and international trains
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2
- Tram: Lines 7, 9, 22, 24, 25
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- 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 Kijowska 16.
- Mateusz Gessler Restaurant
- Bistro Praga
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Hetman
- Hotel Wiatraczna
- Hotel Praski
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for regional and international trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Lines 7, 13, 22, 24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Aleje Jerozolimskie.
- Restaurant Warszawski Lukier
- Bistro Trojka
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel
- Campanile Varsovie
- Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for long-distance trains
- Hall 3: bus terminal
- Tram: Line 1, Line 7, Line 9, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7 and can be accessed from Generała Zajączka Street.
- Restauracja Polska Różana
- Kawiarnia Kafka
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- PLN 2
- Ibis Warszawa Stare Miasto
- Hotel Hetman
- Hotel Maria
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line M1
- Tram: Lines 1, 4, 6, 15, 18, 28, 35
- Bus: Several lines available
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Żwirki i Wigury Street.
- Restaurant Sami Swoi
- Misa
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- PLN 2
- Courtyard by Marriott Warsaw Airport
- Renaissance Warsaw Airport Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Warsaw Airport
- Cost PLN 20
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Lounge Area: executive lounges and waiting areas
- Train: SKM S2, S3
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- Moertelwerk
- Dominos Plagwitz
- Neuland West
- Old Rebel
- Plagwitzer Hof
- Music Hostel im Noch Besser Leben
- Carl von Clausewitz
- Asia Wok Bistro - fernöstliche Spezialitäten
- Zur Marketenderin
- Bistro Sipa
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
- La mia pizza
- Eis fichte MCL
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- Moertelwerk
- Konditorei und Cafe Krüsmann
- Am Kanal
- Gallo Negro
- Plagwitzer Hof
- Hotel Astoria
- Merseburger Hof
- Pension Leipzig Georgplatz
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
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