Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen take around 3 hours and 4 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 290 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Frankfurt am Main is scheduled to depart at around  00:14. The last departure is usually at around 22:15 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Frankfurt am Main at around 02:49, with the last train leaving at around 23:14. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 44 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 16 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £32.08.

We think any time is a great time to visit Leipzig/Halle Flughafen, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen.

Is there a direct train from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen?

The journey between Frankfurt am Main and Leipzig/Halle Flughafen usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen?

The Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen train travel takes about 3 hours and 4 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen leaving Frankfurt am Main at around 00:14 and the last train leaving at around 22:15 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Frankfurt am Main at around 02:49, with the final departure at 23:14.