Train from Stuttgart to Leipzig: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Stuttgart to Leipzig on 23 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Stuttgart Hbf
Leipzig HbfCheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Stuttgart Hbf
Leipzig HbfFastest
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Stuttgart Hbf
Leipzig HbfNo tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Stuttgart Hbf
Leipzig HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Stuttgart Hbf
Leipzig HbfNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Stuttgart 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 40 minutes and with fares starting at just €22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
4h 40mAverage duration
365 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€25 - €134Average duration10h 45m
9kg CO₂e
Average price€17 - €222Average duration4h 23m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€22 - €47Average duration4h 40m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart 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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Leipzig start from €17. The average price for this train route is around €67. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Leipzig?

    The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Leipzig is 4h 23m, covering a distance of 366 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Leipzig route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Leipzig?

    The earliest train from Stuttgart to Leipzig departs at 06:05. And the latest train departs at 20:49.

  5. Which 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 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Leipzig?

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

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Stuttgart 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.

  8. 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.

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

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€70
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€51
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