Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg + DB Fernverkehr | Stuttgart Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Stuttgart Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Leipzig central station | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost | Stuttgart Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Stuttgart Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost | Stuttgart Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg + DB Fernverkehr | Stuttgart Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Leipzig central station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Stuttgart to Leipzig
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 4 hours 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Stuttgart and Leipzig?
Stuttgart
- A
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany - C
Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
Leipzig
- A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - B
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Leipzig start at PEN 79. The average price for this train route is around PEN 409. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Stuttgart to Leipzig?
The average train trip from Stuttgart to Leipzig takes 4h 54m and covers 366 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Leipzig departs at 6:05am. The latest train departs at 10:58pm.
What is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Leipzig?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Leipzig?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Stuttgart to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart 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.
The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Leipzig was searched and found on Aug 3, 2026 with a price of PEN 154To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stuttgart to Leipzig, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 154 to PEN 914 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 154 which is on 2026-08-03.
