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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Düsseldorf
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$169
Fastest journey
4 h 51 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
389 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Düsseldorf will cost around $169 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $127.
Fast trains
To travel from Leipzig to Düsseldorf you need to make at least one change.
IC 2430 · ICE 64009:42AM5h25
Leipzig Hbf03:07PMDüsseldorf Hbf
$1271One-way
1 change
IC 2046 · ICE 94208:38AM5h29
Leipzig Hbf02:07PMDüsseldorf Hbf
$1271One-way
1 change
ICE 791 · ICE 20008:41AM4h51
Leipzig Hbf01:32PMDüsseldorf Hbf
$1831One-way
1 change
ICE 1652 · ICE 72209:33AM5h03
Leipzig Hbf02:36PMDüsseldorf Hbf
$2031One-way
1 change
ICE 1652 · ICE 610 · ICE 92809:33AM4h59
Leipzig Hbf02:32PMDüsseldorf Hbf
$2031One-way
2 changes
ICE 791 · ICE 20008:41AM4h51
Leipzig Hbf01:32PMDüsseldorf Hbf
$1831One-way
1 change
ICE 1652 · ICE 610 · ICE 92809:33AM4h59
Leipzig Hbf02:32PMDüsseldorf Hbf
$2031One-way
2 changes
ICE 1652 · ICE 72209:33AM5h03
Leipzig Hbf02:36PMDüsseldorf Hbf
$2031One-way
1 change
IC 2430 · ICE 64009:42AM5h25
Leipzig Hbf03:07PMDüsseldorf Hbf
$1271One-way
1 change
IC 2046 · ICE 94208:38AM5h29
Leipzig Hbf02:07PMDüsseldorf Hbf
$1271One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Leipzig to Düsseldorf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. 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 $24, and a flight costs an average of $432.
Distance: 389 km
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$94 Average Price | $40 Average Price Cheapest | $520 Average Price |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leipzig to Düsseldorf train times
Showing trains for today, Tuesday, 4 November
Last updated at 8:23 pm
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:55 pm Leipzig | 7h36 | 4:31 am Düsseldorf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday, 5 November | |||||
| IC 2046 · ICE 942 | On time 7:38 am Leipzig Hbf | 5h29 | 1:07 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 791 · ICE 200 | On time 7:41 am Leipzig Hbf | 4h51 | 12:32 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1652 · ICE 722 | On time 8:33 am Leipzig Hbf | 5h03 | 1:36 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1652 · ICE 610 · ICE 928 | On time 8:33 am Leipzig Hbf | 4h59 | 1:32 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2430 · ICE 640 | On time 8:42 am Leipzig Hbf | 5h25 | 2:07 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Düsseldorf
GermanyGermany
Trains from Leipzig to Düsseldorf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 but you can travel from only $24 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 $24
Distance 389 km |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:58 |
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 $24
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Leipzig to Düsseldorf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Leipzig and Düsseldorf from $24. 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
5h 24m
Cheapest Price
$34
Deutsche Bahn frequency
10 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
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 34m
Cheapest Price
$19
FlixTrain frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Leipzig to Düsseldorf train
FAQs: Travel by train from Leipzig to Düsseldorf 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 Leipzig to Düsseldorf.
Cheap train tickets from Leipzig to Düsseldorf can start from as little as $22 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leipzig to Düsseldorf is $64; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Leipzig to Düsseldorf train travel time is 4 h 48 min for the 389 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Leipzig to Düsseldorf leaves at 5: 41am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Leipzig to Düsseldorf leaves at 10: 45pm.
There are 8 trains a day from Leipzig to Düsseldorf which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Leipzig to Düsseldorf train with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route between Leipzig and Düsseldorf as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Leipzig Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Düsseldorf Hbf, located away from the city centre.
A trip to Düsseldorf from Leipzig is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 48 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Leipzig to Düsseldorf by train is October.
You have options as you can travel to Düsseldorf from Leipzig 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and Düsseldorf
Leipzig
Düsseldorf
The major train station for departures in Leipzig is Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Leipzig to Düsseldorf.
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-Leutzsch
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmDining
- Grüne Aue
- Altes Gambrinus
- Katharina
- Bajwa´s Pizzaservice
Leipzig-Paunsdorf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Call a Pizza
- Gaststätte Zum Oststern
- Deutscher Hof
- Achilles
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
Leipzig Allee-Center
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Grünauer Krug
- Apollon
- Alte Salzstraße
- Restaurant Dubrovnik
The major train station for arrivals in Düsseldorf is Düsseldorf Flughafen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Düsseldorf Flughafen for your journey to Düsseldorf from Leipzig.
Düsseldorf Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
Hotel
- Novotel
- Ibis
Düsseldorf Hbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
Hotel
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
Hotel
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
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