The average train between Leipzig and Rothenburg takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig to Rothenburg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Leipzig and Rothenburg. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 8:23 PM which arrives into Rothenburg at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 58m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Leipzig to Rothenburg? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Rothenburg. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf station and arriving at Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof station via Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Leipzig to Rothenburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Rothenburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof station.
The distance between Leipzig and Rothenburg is 164.5 km. The road distance is 200 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–65 and the journey takes 2h 7m.