How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?

The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig start at $17. The average price for this train route is around $78. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?

The average train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig takes 3h 2m and covers 296 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?

The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig departs at 6:15am. The latest train departs at 10:18pm.

What is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig on January 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:15am	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 54m	9:09am	Leipzig Hbf	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:58am	Südbahnhof	9h 17m	7:15pm	Leipzig central station	No tags
	6:15am	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 54m	9:09am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:58am	Südbahnhof	9h 7m	7:05pm	Merkurpromenade	No tags
	6:15am	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 54m	9:09am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig on January 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:15am	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 54m	9:09am	Leipzig Hbf	CheapestFastest
6:15am	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 54m	9:09am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
6:15am	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 54m	9:09am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
6:15am	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 54m	9:09am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
6:15am	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 54m	9:09am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 12:47 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

293 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $141	Average Duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $272	Average Duration3h 2m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$32 - $64	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Leipzig?

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi5

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

Wi‑Fi1.8

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/512,157 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

DE train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig start at $17. The average price for this train route is around $78. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?
The average train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig takes 3h 2m and covers 296 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig departs at 6:15am. The latest train departs at 10:18pm.
What is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-25

$69

01-26

$86

Today

$31

01-28

$48

01-29

$47

01-30

$62

01-31

No data

02-01

No data

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $31

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $251 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2026-01-29.