How much does a train ticket cost from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?

The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Leipzig start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £54. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?

The average train journey time from Düsseldorf to Leipzig is 5h 18m, covering a distance of 242 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 41m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Leipzig route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?

The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Leipzig departs at 06:22. And the latest train departs at 20:54.

Which is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?

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

Train Düsseldorf to Leipzig from £19 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Leipzig on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	06:37	Duesseldorf Central	5h 37m	12:14	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	06:24	Duesseldorf Central	4h 45m	11:09	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	06:24	Duesseldorf Central	4h 45m	11:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	06:37	Duesseldorf Central	5h 37m	12:14	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:24	Duesseldorf Central	4h 45m	11:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Leipzig on 30 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	06:37	Duesseldorf Central	5h 37m	12:14	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	06:24	Duesseldorf Central	4h 45m	11:09	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:39	Hbf	6h 10m	18:49	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:24	Duesseldorf Central	4h 45m	11:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	06:37	Duesseldorf Central	5h 37m	12:14	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Leipzig on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:39	Hbf	6h 10m	18:49	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	06:24	Duesseldorf Central	4h 45m	11:09	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	06:24	Duesseldorf Central	4h 45m	11:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	06:37	Duesseldorf Central	5h 37m	12:14	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:24	Duesseldorf Central	4h 45m	11:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Leipzig on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	06:37	Duesseldorf Central	5h 37m	12:14	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	06:24	Duesseldorf Central	4h 45m	11:09	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:39	Hbf	6h 10m	18:49	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:24	Duesseldorf Central	4h 45m	11:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	06:37	Duesseldorf Central	5h 37m	12:14	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Leipzig on 2 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	20:09	Duesseldorf Central	5h 45m	01:54	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	06:24	Duesseldorf Central	4h 45m	11:09	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:39	Hbf	6h 10m	18:49	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:24	Duesseldorf Central	4h 45m	11:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	06:37	Duesseldorf Central	5h 37m	12:14	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 04:32 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Düsseldorf 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 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

4h 50mAverage duration

242 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£19 - £116	Average duration14h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£17 - £187	Average duration5h 18m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£23 - £42	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Düsseldorf and Leipzig?

Düsseldorf

A
Hbf
Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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B
ZOB am Hbf
Fernbusbahnhof/Hbf Worringer Str. 140, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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Duesseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany

Leipzig

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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

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi5

FlixBus

3.5/512,160 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 Düsseldorf to Leipzig by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Leipzig start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £54. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?
The average train journey time from Düsseldorf to Leipzig is 5h 18m, covering a distance of 242 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 41m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Leipzig departs at 06:22. And the latest train departs at 20:54.
Which is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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

26/01

£35

27/01

No data

Today

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29/01

£52

30/01

£79

31/01

£35

01/02

£52

02/02

£26

The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Leipzig was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of £26

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

You can expect to pay from £26 to £207 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £26, which is on 2026-02-02.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.