Edinburgh to Leipzig by train
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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Leipzig
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Travelling from Edinburgh to Leipzig by train
Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Leipzig by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Leipzig take around 14 hours and 29 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 1,145 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around 05:40. The last departure is usually at around 23:40 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 05:36, with the last train leaving at around 23:15. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 25 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 29 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$187.50.
We think any time is a great time to visit Leipzig, 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.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Leipzig?
The journey between Edinburgh and Leipzig usually involves changes of train.
We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those 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 around departures.
How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Leipzig?
The Edinburgh to Leipzig train travel takes about 14 hours and 29 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Edinburgh to Leipzig train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Leipzig leaving Edinburgh at around 05:40 and the last train leaving at around 23:40 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 05:36, with the final departure at 23:15.
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