Train Hamburg → Leipzig
Schedule & travel time
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Route overview
4h 38m
Fastest time
4h 46m
Avg. duration
557
Kilometers
10
Trains per day
By train from Hamburg to Leipzig
One of the most important long-distance routes: The train connection from Hamburg to Leipzig is one of the regularly operated rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 4h 38m and can travel in comfort.
The route covers a distance of 557 kilometers and is served by about 10 trains every day. The schedule supports reliable trip planning.
Infrastructure: Fernverkehr (ICE/IC)
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Available train types
This route is served by ICE, IC.
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 Hamburg to Leipzig saves you about 62 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 124 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 Hamburg to Leipzig?
The fastest connection from Hamburg to Leipzig takes 4h 38m. The average travel time is 4h 46m.
How many trains run daily from Hamburg to Leipzig?
About 10 trains run daily on the Hamburg - Leipzig route. Train types include ICE, IC.
What is the route from Hamburg to Leipzig?
The direct connection covers 557 km.
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All connectionsSchedule data last updated: 12/05/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time
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Last update: April 2026
