The average train between Leipzig and Schaffhausen takes 9h 8m and the fastest train takes 7h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig to Schaffhausen. 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 3 times a day between Leipzig and Schaffhausen. The earliest departure is at 12:49 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Schaffhausen at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 9h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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13h 57m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Leipzig to Schaffhausen? 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 Schaffhausen. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Schaffhausen station via Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.
Leipzig to Schaffhausen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Schaffhausen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Schaffhausen station.
Book your Leipzig to Schaffhausen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Leipzig and Schaffhausen is 486.5 km. The road distance is 740 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Schaffhausen via Hauptbahnhof in around 7h 40m.