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Trip Summary
You can pick from 6 daily train trips between Plauen and Leipzig. The average train journey from Plauen to Leipzig takes 2 hours and 48 minutes, but some Non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as 2 hours and 41 minutes.
| Distance | 59 mi (95 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 41m |
| Lowest price | £21.36 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Plauen to Leipzig?
There are 3 train lines with service from Plauen to Leipzig. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 4 | 2h 44m | £22.80 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 2h 54m | £23.16 |
| Non-federally owned railway company | 2 | 2h 43m | £26.91 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Plauen to Leipzig start from £21, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Leipzig. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Plauen leaves from Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf . And in Leipzig trains arrive at Leipzig Markt and one other train station.
From Plauen to Leipzig train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 54 minutes. If you are looking to get to Leipzig faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 41 minutes.
Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Plauen to Leipzig start from £21, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Leipzig. Non-federally owned railway company in Plauen leaves from Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf . And in Leipzig trains arrive at Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz and one other train station.
From Plauen to Leipzig train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 43 minutes. If you are looking to get to Leipzig faster, Non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 41 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Plauen to Leipzig tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Plauen at 04:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 6 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 Leipzig to Plauen.
City Information
Plauen
Plauen is a city in the state of Saxony, near Germany's border with Czechia. Plauen's history is closely woven to its lace and embroidery industry, so your first stop should be the Embroidery Machine Museum. Here, you'll learn about textile and fashion history, plus discover turn-of-the-century manufacturing and machinery. If you can't get enough, Plauen has no shortage of museums and attractions related to the embroidery industry; Plauener Spitzenmuseum, Weberhäuser, and Weisbachsches Haus are some of the more popular choices.
Plauen has a small and easy-to-navigate downtown area, with a good mix of fast food, international dining, and classic German eateries to fit whatever you're seeking. Leave plenty of time to wander through the city's streets and marvel at the different architectural styles of churches, museums, government buildings, and more.
You can travel to Plauen on FlixBus or several Deutsche Bahn train lines. These connections also mean Plauen could be a stop along the way to larger cities like Dresden or Prague since tickets to these cities are very affordable.
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 Plauen?
Main departure station: Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf
There is one train station in Plauen.
All train stations in Plauen:
Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf
Where is the train station in Leipzig?
Main arrival station: Leipzig Markt
Leipzig receives travelers from Plauen at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Leipzig:
Leipzig Markt
Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz
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