Leipzig to Lichtenfels by train

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Overview: trains from Leipzig to Lichtenfels

Find the key information for travelling by train from Leipzig to Lichtenfels, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:05 View journey
Last train 19:09 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 38m View journey
Distance (km) 163
Trains / day 18 View all
Cheapest journey £11.54 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 58m
Train operators 6

Explore Leipzig to Lichtenfels by train

Thinking about travelling from Leipzig to Lichtenfels by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Leipzig and Lichtenfels

The cheapest ticket price along this route is £11.56. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 6 and a half months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Leipzig to Lichtenfels daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Lichtenfels on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 18 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 00:05: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 19:09: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 00:34: departure of first train on weekends

  • 19:09: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 49 minutes: frequency of train departures

Train travel time and distance from Leipzig to Lichtenfels

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 38 minutes. The total distance travelled is 163 kilometres.

When are tickets between Leipzig and Lichtenfels available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Leipzig and Lichtenfels can be purchased 6 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Maximising your travels to Lichtenfels

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Lichtenfels.

FAQs about the train journey from Leipzig to Lichtenfels

Want to know more about your journey from Leipzig to Lichtenfels? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Leipzig and Lichtenfels by train is 163 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.