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Train Berlin → Leipzig

Schedule & travel time

1h 5m 148 km 39 trains/day
ICE

Route overview

1h 5m

Fastest time

1h 15m

Avg. duration

148

Kilometers

39

Trains per day

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By train from Berlin to Leipzig

An important rail connection: The train connection from Berlin to Leipzig is one of the most important ICE connections rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 1h 5m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 148 kilometers and is served by about 39 trains every day. This means you can find a connection at almost any time of day.

Route overview

Infrastructure: VDE 8.2 Teilstrecke (200 km/h)

Route highlights

  • VDE 8 Hochgeschwindigkeitsstrecke
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Available train types

This route is served by ICE.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Berlin to Leipzig saves you about 27 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Berlin to Leipzig?

The fastest connection from Berlin to Leipzig takes 1h 5m. The average travel time is 1h 15m.

How many trains run daily from Berlin to Leipzig?

About 39 trains run daily on the Berlin - Leipzig route. Train types include ICE.

What is the route from Berlin to Leipzig?

The direct connection covers 148 km.

More interesting connections

Berlin → München
3h 55m504 km
Berlin → Hamburg
1h 47m253 km
Erfurt → Leipzig
0h 43m120 km
Berlin Südkreuz → Leipzig
1h 05m145 km
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Return journey

Leipzig Berlin

More connections

Berlin → München3h 55mBerlin → Hamburg1h 47mBerlin → Frankfurt3h 43mBerlin → Köln3h 59mErfurt → Leipzig0h 43mBerlin Südkreuz → Leipzig1h 05mDresden → Leipzig1h 08m
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Schedule data last updated: 13/05/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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