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13/12/2025
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Düsseldorf to Leipzig by train

The journey from Düsseldorf to Leipzig by train is 389.72 km and takes 6 hrs 20 mins. There are 7 connections per day, with the first departure at 7:26 am and the last at 10:37 am. It is possible to travel from Düsseldorf to Leipzig by train for as little as $29.18 or as much as $265.71. The best price for this journey is $29.18.

Lowest Price $29.18
Journey Duration 6 hrs 20 mins
Connection per Day 7
Lowest Price $29.18
Highest Price $265.71
First Departure 7:26 am
Last Departure 10:37 am
Distance 389.72 km
Departure Düsseldorf
Arrival Leipzig
Carriers DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Intercity

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When travelling to Leipzig by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Intercity and FlixBus from Düsseldorf to Leipzig
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Düsseldorf to Leipzig CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
27.28kg
Bus
29.23kg
Flight
77.94kg
Car
62.36kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Düsseldorf to Leipzig by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Düsseldorf and Leipzig are 27.28kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Düsseldorf and Leipzig? By taking the train between Düsseldorf and Leipzig you will save 50.66kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.95kg compared to a bus and 35.08kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?
A train ticket from Düsseldorf to Leipzig is $151.11. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $29.18.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Düsseldorf to Leipzig is $29.18. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Düsseldorf and Leipzig by train?
Düsseldorf to Leipzig is 389.72 km.
How long does the train between Düsseldorf and Leipzig take?
Düsseldorf to Leipzig is on average 6 hrs 20 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 43 mins.
Which companies operate from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Leipzig is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Intercity, FlixBus and FlixTrain.
How many train connections per day go from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?
Düsseldorf to Leipzig has 7 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Düsseldorf to Leipzig leave?
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Leipzig departs at 7:26 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Düsseldorf to Leipzig depart?
The latest train from Düsseldorf to Leipzig departs at 10:37 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Düsseldorf to Leipzig in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $29.18 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Düsseldorf to Leipzig by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Düsseldorf and Leipzig is 4 hrs 43 mins.
Is there a direct train from Düsseldorf to Leipzig?
Yes, there is a direct train between Düsseldorf and Leipzig.
What are the CO2 emissions for Düsseldorf to Leipzig by train?
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Leipzig creates 27.28kg of CO2 emissions.

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