The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Leipzig
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Leipzig will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $80.
Of the 5 trains that leave Nuremberg 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 230 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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.
ICE 602
ICE 802
ICE 1612
ICE 800
ICE 508
ICE 1612
ICE 800
ICE 602
ICE 802
ICE 508Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Nuremberg to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $119.
Distance: 230 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$79 Average Price | $40 Average Price Cheapest | $470 Average Price |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nuremberg to Leipzig train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 602 | On time 7:05 am Nuremberg Hbf | 2h05 | 9:10 am Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 802 | On time 8:05 am Nuremberg Hbf | 2h05 | 10:10 am Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1612 | On time 9:06 am Nuremberg Hbf | 2h04 | 11:10 am Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 800 | On time 10:06 am Nuremberg Hbf | 2h04 | 12:10 pm Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 508 | On time 11:05 am Nuremberg Hbf | 2h05 | 1:10 pm Leipzig Hbf | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Leipzig
Distance 230 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:46 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity from Nuremberg to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Nuremberg and Leipzig from $18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
ÖBB | InterCity
FAQs: Nuremberg to Leipzig train

Passengers board the train most frequently from Nuremberg Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leipzig Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nuremberg and Leipzig
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- Hayat's
- Der Beck
- Asia Cook
- Endressche Gaststätte
- Jägerheim
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Flughafenstraße.
- Terminal90
- Mövenpick Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel Marienbad
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
- Hall 2: security and departure gates
- Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
- Metro: U2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- 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
- TD Imbiss
- Bistro Cleopatra
- Bistro mit Internet
- Calla Pizza
- Grüne Aue
- Altes Gambrinus
- Katharina
- Bajwa´s Pizzaservice
- Papa John's
- Eiscafé Florenz
- Gaststätte Volksgesundung
- Biroya
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with multiple entry points around the station.
- Restaurant Weinstock
- Auerbachs Keller
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- Leipzig Marriott Hotel
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-12 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 7, 10, 12, 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
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