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

The cheapest train tickets from Nuremberg to Leipzig start from ZAR 369. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 1,415. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nuremberg to Leipzig?

The average train journey time from Nuremberg to Leipzig is 1h 59m, covering a distance of 143 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 55m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Nuremberg to Leipzig route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 14 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn .

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

The earliest train from Nuremberg to Leipzig departs at 06:36. And the latest train departs at 20:05.

Which is the best train operator from Nuremberg to Leipzig?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

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

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Leipzig from ZAR 734 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Nuremberg to Leipzig on 19 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:28	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 15m	14:43	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	18:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 55m	20:31	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:05	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 59m	14:04	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Bayern + Erfurter Bahn	Train	12:40	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 25m	17:05	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	13:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 21m	15:57	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Nuremberg to Leipzig on 20 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	08:05	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 59m	10:04	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	08:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 55m	10:31	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	06:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 21m	08:57	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	07:04	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 5m	09:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Bayern + Erfurter Bahn	Train	12:40	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 25m	17:05	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Nuremberg to Leipzig on 21 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	08:05	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 59m	10:04	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	08:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 55m	10:31	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	06:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 21m	08:57	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	07:04	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 5m	09:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Bayern + Erfurter Bahn	Train	12:40	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 25m	17:05	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Nuremberg to Leipzig on 22 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	06:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 21m	08:57	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	08:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 55m	10:31	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	06:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 21m	08:57	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	07:04	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 5m	09:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Bayern + Erfurter Bahn	Train	12:40	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 25m	17:05	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Nuremberg to Leipzig on 23 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	20:05	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 59m	22:04	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	08:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 55m	10:31	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	06:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 21m	08:57	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	07:04	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 5m	09:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Bayern + Erfurter Bahn	Train	12:40	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 25m	17:05	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Nuremberg to Leipzig on 24 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:04	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 5m	21:09	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	08:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 55m	10:31	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	06:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 21m	08:57	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	07:04	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 5m	09:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Bayern + Erfurter Bahn	Train	12:40	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 25m	17:05	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Nuremberg to Leipzig on 25 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	07:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 21m	09:57	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	08:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 55m	10:31	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	06:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 21m	08:57	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	07:04	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 5m	09:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Bayern + Erfurter Bahn	Train	12:40	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 25m	17:05	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Nuremberg to Leipzig on 26 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:04	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 5m	21:09	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	08:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 55m	10:31	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	06:36	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 21m	08:57	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	07:04	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 5m	09:09	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Bayern + Erfurter Bahn	Train	12:40	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 25m	17:05	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 06:55 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Nuremberg to Leipzig

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just ZAR 371, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 30mAverage duration

143 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceZAR 371 - ZAR 1,121	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceZAR 369 - ZAR 3,508	Average duration1h 59m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

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

Nuremberg

A
Bahnhofstraße, 11
Bahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
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B
Nürnberg Nordostbf.
Nürnberg Nordost, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany
C
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz, 90489 Nürnberg, Germany
D
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf, 90453 Nürnberg, Germany
E
Nürnberg Ziegelstein
Nürnberg Ziegelstein, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany
F
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.
Rothenburger Str., 90439 Nürnberg, Germany

Leipzig

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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.1

DE train companies: RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Nuremberg to Leipzig start from ZAR 369. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 1,415. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nuremberg to Leipzig?
The average train journey time from Nuremberg to Leipzig is 1h 59m, covering a distance of 143 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 55m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Nuremberg to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 14 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nuremberg to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Nuremberg to Leipzig departs at 06:36. And the latest train departs at 20:05.
Which is the best train operator from Nuremberg to Leipzig?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Nuremberg to Leipzig?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Nuremberg to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nuremberg 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

17/05

ZAR 1,627

18/05

ZAR 1,220

Today

ZAR 1,139

20/05

ZAR 1,101

21/05

ZAR 1,020

22/05

ZAR 1,835

23/05

ZAR 1,020

24/05

ZAR 1,142

The cheapest trip from Nuremberg to Leipzig was searched and found on 21 May 2026 with a price of ZAR 1,020

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

You can expect to pay from ZAR 1,020 to ZAR 3,804 for a train ticket from Nuremberg to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 1,020, which is on 2026-05-21.