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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 3 at
    Departure city: Salzburg
    Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
    Arrival time: July 3 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 3 at
    Departure city: Salzburg
    Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
    Arrival time: July 3 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig Hbf
    Operated by: S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 3 at
    Departure city: Salzburg
    Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
    Arrival time: July 3 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 3 at
    Departure city: Salzburg
    Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
    Arrival time: July 3 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig Hbf
    Operated by: EuroCity Train + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    EuroCity Train + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 3 at
    Departure city: Salzburg
    Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
    Arrival time: July 3 at
    Destination city: Leipzig
    Destination location: Leipzig Hbf
    Operated by: S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Salzburg to Leipzig

Average PriceUS$53 - US$106Average Duration10h 45m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$47 - US$190Average Duration5h 10m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$43 - US$50Average Duration5h 50m
17kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Salzburg to Leipzig

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
5h 50mAverage Duration
US$43Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

Train Salzburg to Leipzig: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$88
Average train trip duration5h 10m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure6:12am
Distance396 km
Latest train departure11:08pm

Salzburg to Leipzig Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salzburg - Leipzig

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Leipzig cost?

    The average train ticket price from Salzburg to Leipzig is US$88. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salzburg to Leipzig is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Salzburg to Leipzig?

    A train trip between Salzburg and Leipzig is around 5h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 398 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Salzburg and Leipzig?

    The number of trains from Salzburg to Leipzig can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Salzburg to Leipzig by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Salzburg to Leipzig?

    When taking the train from Salzburg to Leipzig, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Salzburg to Leipzig?

    Trains travelling between Salzburg and Leipzig leave from Hbf or P+R Süd and arrive at Leipzig Hbf.

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US$64
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salzburg to Leipzig was searched and found on Jul 1, 2025 with a price of US$64

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

You can expect to pay from US$64 to US$215 for a train ticket from Salzburg to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$64 which is on 2025-07-01.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Salzburg and Leipzig is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Leipzig.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Leipzig, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Salzburg and Leipzig, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Salzburg to Leipzig while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

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