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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Hamburg | Leipzig Hbf | Hamburg Wilhelmsburg | Cheapest | |||||
 | Leipzig Hbf | Hamburg Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Leipzig central station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Hamburg | Leipzig Hbf | Hamburg-Neugraben | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + Deutsche Bahn + metronom + Start Unterelbe | Leipzig Hbf | Hamburg-Neugraben | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Leipzig to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Leipzig and Hamburg?
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leipzig to Hamburg 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 Leipzig to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Hamburg start from MAD 136. The average price for this train route is around MAD 631. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The average train ride duration from Leipzig to Hamburg is 3h 59m, covering a distance of 182 miles (294 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 12m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Leipzig to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The earliest train departs from Leipzig to Hamburg at 6:07am. And the latest train departs at 11:36pm.
What is the best train operator from Leipzig to Hamburg?
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 Leipzig to Hamburg?
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 most timely service from Leipzig to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leipzig to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Leipzig to Hamburg was searched and found on May 14, 2026 with a price of MAD 201To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leipzig to Hamburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MAD 201 to MAD 2,541 for a train ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 201 which is on 2026-05-14.
Usually Deutsche Bahn, 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.
