How much does a train ticket from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main cost?

The average train ticket price from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main is $75. The best way to find train tickets from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main 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!

How long is the train trip from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main?

A train trip between Leipzig and Frankfurt am Main is around 3h 24m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 182 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Leipzig and Frankfurt am Main?

The number of trains from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 40. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main?

When taking the train from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.

Train Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main on November 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:55pm	Leipzig Hbf	3h 16m	2:11am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	6:41pm	Leipzig Hbf	2h 59m	9:40pm	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	7:33pm	Leipzig Hbf	3h 26m	10:59pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
InterCity + S-Bahn	11:45pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 30m	4:15am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	6:41pm	Leipzig Hbf	2h 59m	9:40pm	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main on November 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:55pm	Leipzig Hbf	3h 16m	2:11am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	8:41am	Leipzig Hbf	2h 58m	11:39am	Frankfurt Süd	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	7:33am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 26m	10:59am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	8:41am	Leipzig Hbf	2h 58m	11:39am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
InterCity + S-Bahn	11:45pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 30m	4:15am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main on November 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	10:23pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 33m	2:56am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	8:41am	Leipzig Hbf	2h 58m	11:39am	Frankfurt Süd	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	7:33am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 26m	10:59am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	8:41am	Leipzig Hbf	2h 58m	11:39am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	7:33am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 26m	10:59am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main on November 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:25pm	Leipzig central station	6h 8m	7:33pm	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	8:41am	Leipzig Hbf	2h 58m	11:39am	Frankfurt Süd	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	7:33am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 27m	11:00am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	8:41am	Leipzig Hbf	2h 58m	11:39am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	7:33am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 27m	11:00am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main on November 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:55pm	Leipzig Hbf	3h 16m	2:11am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	8:41am	Leipzig Hbf	2h 58m	11:39am	Frankfurt Süd	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	7:33am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 26m	10:59am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	8:41am	Leipzig Hbf	2h 58m	11:39am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
InterCity + S-Bahn	11:45pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 30m	4:15am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 3:33 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

182 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $78	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $294	Average Duration3h 24m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $47	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,378 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Leipzig and Frankfurt am Main?

Stops in Leipzig

A - Leipzig Hbf

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Südbahnhof

B - Frankfurt Airport

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main by train

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How long is the train trip from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main?
How many daily trains are there between Leipzig and Frankfurt am Main?
Which train companies travel from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/17

$16

11/18

$60

Today

$22

11/20

$48

11/21

$71

11/22

$38

11/23

$19

11/24

$21

The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $269 for a train ticket from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-11-23.