Train Braunschweig → Leipzig
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Connection reliability
How likely you are to make a typical connection with a 15 min transfer.
89 % of connections are caught. Connection usually works.
| Train type | Reliability | Catch rate | Observations |
|---|---|---|---|
| IC | Connection almost always caught | 91 % | 1,049,731 |
| ICE | Connection reliably caught | 89 % | 8,399,708 |
| RE | Connection almost always caught | 97 % | 5,185,982 |
Data last updated: 10/11/2026
By train from Braunschweig to Leipzig
An important rail connection: The train connection from Braunschweig to Leipzig is one of the regularly operated rail routes in Germany. On the IC you reach your destination in just 2h 04m and can travel in comfort.
The route covers a distance of 162 kilometers and is served by about 13 trains every day. The regular service gives you plenty of options when planning your trip.
Infrastructure:Fernverkehr (IC/ICE)
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Available train types
This route is served by IC, ICE, RE.
The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.
The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.
Travel sustainably
Taking the train from Braunschweig to Leipzig saves you about 18 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 36 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train journey from Braunschweig to Leipzig?
The fastest connection from Braunschweig to Leipzig takes 2h 04m. The average travel time is 2h 07m.
How many trains run daily from Braunschweig to Leipzig?
About 13 trains run daily on the Braunschweig - Leipzig route. Train types include IC, ICE, RE.
What is the route from Braunschweig to Leipzig?
The direct connection covers 162 km.
How likely am I to catch my connection from Braunschweig to Leipzig?
89 % of connections are caught. Connection usually works.
Which train is the most punctual on the Braunschweig–Leipzig route?
There are not yet enough observations per train for Braunschweig–Leipzig.
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All connectionsSchedule data last updated: 11/10/2026· Live data refreshed in real time
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Last update: April 2026
