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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost | Hamburg Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Hamburg Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hamburg Hbf | Leipzig central station | No tags | |||||
| Hamburg Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
metronom + Deutsche Bahn + DB Fernverkehr | Hamburg Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Hamburg to Leipzig
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 4 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hamburg and Leipzig?
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany - D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Leipzig
- A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - B
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Hamburg to Leipzig 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 Hamburg to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Leipzig start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $67. 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 Hamburg to Leipzig?
The average train ride duration from Hamburg to Leipzig is 4h 49m, covering a distance of 182 miles (293 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 12m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Hamburg to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 28 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Hamburg to Leipzig?
The earliest train departs from Hamburg to Leipzig at 6:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:36pm.
What is the best train operator from Hamburg to Leipzig?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Leipzig?
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 Hamburg to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamburg to Leipzig?
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 Hamburg to Leipzig was searched and found on Jun 13, 2026 with a price of $11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamburg to Leipzig, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $11 to $278 for a train ticket from Hamburg to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2026-06-13.
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.
