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Leipzig - Rothenburg Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 46 daily trains from Leipzig to Rothenburg. Traveling by train from Leipzig to Rothenburg usually takes around 4 hours, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 2 hours and 50 minutes.

Distance112 mi (180 km)
Fastest train3h 0m
Lowest price£23.68
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Leipzig to Rothenburg?

2 train services operate from Leipzig to Rothenburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 28 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn184h 11m£44.89
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company283h 56m£34.12
  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Leipzig to Rothenburg start from £24, and on average cost . Daily there are 28 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Rothenburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Leipzig leaves from Leipzig-Liebertwolkwitz and one other station. And in Rothenburg trains arrive at Uhsmannsdorf .

    From Leipzig to Rothenburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 56 minutes. If you are looking to get to Rothenburg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 0 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Leipzig and Rothenburg is approximately 112 miles, or 180 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 50 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Trains from Leipzig to Rothenburg are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Leipzig at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 46 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Rothenburg to Leipzig.

City Information

Leipzig

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Leipzig is a hip city in the Saxony region in the east of Germany. This city is the home of famous composers Richard Wagner and Johann Sebastian Bach and pays tribute to these musical giants with attractions such as the Bach-Museum Leipzig.

Discover some of the city's most interesting architecture in its historic churches. St. Nicholas Church, near Leipzig University, is a Romanesque church with Gothic roots. It was built in 1797 and boasts neoclassical interiors and magnificent pillars. St. Thomas Church is just as impressive and is Bach's final resting place.

Significant art collections are on view at both the Museum of Fine Arts and the Grassi Museum of Applied Arts. Check out the Asisi Panometer to see how a giant painting merges with an equally large gas tank to form a remarkable panoramic attraction.

When hunger strikes, Leipzig has many excellent places to wine and dine. Take a seat at Auerbachs Keller, one of Germany's oldest and most popular restaurants. Ouzeri Was Kost Das is perfect for a romantic dinner, thanks to its cosy setting by the canal.

International travelers can reach Leipzig via the Leipzig/Halle Airport or the impressive European train system. Trains with service to Leipzig include Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, or alex. If you prefer getting there by coach, simply hop on any one of these: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RoadJet, Union Ivkoni, or Racic Eurobus.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Leipzig?

Main departure station: Train Station

Leipzig has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Rothenburg.

All train stations in Leipzig:

  • Train Station

  • Leipzig-Liebertwolkwitz

  • Train Station (tief)

Where is the train station in Rothenburg?

Main arrival station: Uhsmannsdorf

Rothenburg has one train station.

Train stations in Rothenburg:

  • Uhsmannsdorf

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