How much is the train ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Hamburg start at $17. The average price for this train route is around $83. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Leipzig to Hamburg?

The average train trip from Leipzig to Hamburg takes 3h 59m and covers 294 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 12m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Hamburg?

The earliest train from Leipzig to Hamburg departs at 6:12am. The latest train departs at 8:12pm.

What is the best train operator from Leipzig to Hamburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leipzig to Hamburg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Leipzig to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leipzig to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Leipzig to Hamburg from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on January 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	5h 30m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	12:12pm	Leipzig Hbf	3h 59m	4:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:00am	Leipzig central station	7h 34m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 40m	11:29am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	12:12pm	Leipzig Hbf	3h 59m	4:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on January 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 49m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	CheapestFastest
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 59m	10:11am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 40m	11:29am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 59m	10:11am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 40m	11:29am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on January 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 49m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	CheapestFastest
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 59m	10:11am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 40m	11:29am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 59m	10:11am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 40m	11:29am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on January 31
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 49m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	CheapestFastest
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 59m	10:11am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 40m	11:29am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 59m	10:11am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 40m	11:29am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Hamburg on February 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 49m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	CheapestFastest
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 59m	10:11am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 40m	11:29am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:12am	Leipzig Hbf	3h 59m	10:11am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 40m	11:29am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:03 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Leipzig to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 4 hours, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

294 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $128	Average Duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $373	Average Duration3h 59m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $156	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Leipzig and Hamburg?

Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Hamburg

A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
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B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Hamburg Airport
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D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

Wifi1.8

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/512,150 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Hamburg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Hamburg start at $17. The average price for this train route is around $83. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The average train trip from Leipzig to Hamburg takes 3h 59m and covers 294 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 12m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Leipzig to Hamburg departs at 6:12am. The latest train departs at 8:12pm.
What is the best train operator from Leipzig to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leipzig to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Leipzig to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leipzig to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-24

$61

01-25

$214

Today

$53

01-27

No data

01-28

$48

01-29

$41

01-30

$64

01-31

$60

The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Hamburg was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $41

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leipzig to Hamburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $41 to $292 for a train ticket from Leipzig to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2026-01-29.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.