Leipzig to Madrid train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Leipzig to Madrid by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Leipzig to Madrid take around 18 hours and 29 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 1,734 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Leipzig is scheduled to depart at around  00:07. The last departure is usually at around 23:57 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Leipzig at around 00:35, with the last train leaving at around 23:58. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 21 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 35 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €124.25.

We think any time is a great time to visit Madrid, 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 Madrid.

Is there a direct train from Leipzig to Madrid?

The journey between Leipzig and Madrid 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 Leipzig to Madrid?

The Leipzig to Madrid train travel takes about 18 hours and 29 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leipzig to Madrid train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Madrid leaving Leipzig at around 00:07 and the last train leaving at around 23:57 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leipzig at around 00:35, with the final departure at 23:58.