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The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Leipzig
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
9 h 10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
482 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Leipzig will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $82.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Copenhagen for Leipzig every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 482 km distance in an average of 9 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
07:50AM10h52
Copenhagen06:42PMLeipzig
$821One-way
0 changes
09:50AM10h58
Copenhagen08:48PMLeipzig
$951One-way
0 changes
10:07AM8h35
Copenhagen06:42PMLeipzig
$1101One-way
0 changes
02:22PM13h23
Copenhagen03:45AMLeipzig
$1101One-way
0 changes
04:22AM8h20
Copenhagen12:42PMLeipzig
$1221One-way
0 changes
04:22AM8h20
Copenhagen12:42PMLeipzig
$1221One-way
0 changes
10:07AM8h35
Copenhagen06:42PMLeipzig
$1101One-way
0 changes
07:57AM8h45
Copenhagen04:42PMLeipzig
$1711One-way
0 changes
06:22AM9h20
Copenhagen03:42PMLeipzig
$1711One-way
0 changes
07:50AM10h52
Copenhagen06:42PMLeipzig
$821One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Copenhagen to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $198.
Distance: 482 km
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Live departures
Copenhagen to Leipzig train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 1:00 am
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 393 · ICE 1603 · RE 16941 · RE 16123 | On time 7:11 am Copenhagen Central Station | 9h45 | 4:56 pm Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes | |
| EC 393 · ICE 1603 · ICE 801 | On time 7:11 am Copenhagen Central Station | 10h31 | 5:42 pm Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 50137 · IC 55759 · RE 11175 · ICE 1171 | On time 8:57 am Copenhagen Central Station | 11h25 | 8:22 pm Leipzig Hbf | 4 changes | |
| EC 395 · ICE 771 · IC 2433 | Delayed 9:11 am Copenhagen Central Station | 10h04 | 7:25 pm 7:25 pmLeipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
| EC 395 · ICE 1615 · RE 16945 · RE 16127 | On time 9:11 am Copenhagen Central Station | 9h45 | 6:56 pm Leipzig Hbf | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Leipzig
Denmark
Germany
Trains from Copenhagen to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 but you can travel from only $40 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $40
Distance 482 km |
Average train duration 9h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 8h 45m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $40
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Metronom from Copenhagen to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, Metronom trains will get you between Copenhagen and Leipzig from $40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 20m
Cheapest Price
$73
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Metronom
About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Metronom frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Copenhagen to Leipzig train
FAQs: Travel by train from Copenhagen to Leipzig easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Copenhagen to Leipzig.
Cheap train tickets from Copenhagen to Leipzig can start from as little as $57 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Copenhagen to Leipzig is $132; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Copenhagen to Leipzig train time is 8 h 20 min covering the 482 km long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Copenhagen to Leipzig leaves at 7: 21am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Copenhagen to Leipzig leaves at 4: 52pm.
There are 6 trains a day from Copenhagen to Leipzig which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or Metronom. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Copenhagen to Leipzig train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn or Metronom. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Copenhagen and Leipzig to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Copenhagen to Leipzig by train is January.
You have options as you can travel from Copenhagen to Leipzig 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen and Leipzig
Copenhagen
Leipzig
The major train station for departures in Copenhagen is Dybboelsbro st. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dybboelsbro st for your trip from Copenhagen to Leipzig.
Dybboelsbro st
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
København Hovedb.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
13Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
Dining
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- DKK 5
Hotel
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
Public transport options for København Hovedb.
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
Nordhavn St.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalSvanemoellen st
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmSydhavn st
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalVesterport st
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalThe major train station for arrivals in Leipzig is Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof for your journey to Leipzig from Copenhagen.
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
23Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
Dining
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
Public transport options for Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Bus: Several lines available
Leipzig-Stötteritz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Nori
- Asia Imbiss
- Globus Döner
- Asia-Imbiss
Hotel
- Hotel Berlin
- Jahrhunderthotel Leipzig
- Balance Hotel
Leipzig Messe
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
26Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with multiple entry points around the station.
Dining
- Restaurant Weinstock
- Auerbachs Keller
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- Leipzig Marriott Hotel
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
Shower
- Cost €6
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-12 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
Public transport options for Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 7, 10, 12, 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
Leipzig Markt
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
Hotel
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
Most popular train connections from Copenhagen
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