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Trip Summary
You can pick from 14 daily train trips between Helmstedt and Leipzig. The average train journey from Helmstedt to Leipzig takes 3 hours and 5 minutes, but some DB Intercity train trips are as short as one hour and 44 minutes.
Distance | 85 mi (136 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 44m |
Lowest price | $18.13 |
Trains per day | 7 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Helmstedt to Leipzig?
2 train services operate from Helmstedt to Leipzig. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 13 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity | 2 | 1h 45m | $22.44 |
Deutsche Bahn | 13 | 3h 14m | $27.09 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Helmstedt to Leipzig on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Helmstedt at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 14 scheduled trains on most days. 7 of these are direct connections to Leipzig. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Leipzig to Helmstedt.
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 cozy 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 bus, simply hop on any one of these: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RoadJet, Union Ivkoni, or Racic Eurobus.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Helmstedt?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Helmstedt.
All train stations in Helmstedt:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Leipzig?
Main arrival station: Leipzig-Miltitz
There are more train stations and stops in Leipzig than most cities. Most trains from Helmstedt will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Leipzig:
All train stations in Leipzig:
Leipzig-Miltitz
Leipzig-Liebertwolkwitz
Leipzig-Knauthain
Train Station
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