The average train between Zürich HB and Leipzig takes 10h 4m and the fastest train takes 7h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Zürich HB to Leipzig. 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 4 hours between Zürich HB and Leipzig. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zürich HB is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Leipzig at 11:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 10h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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9h 10m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Zürich HB to Leipzig? 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 Zürich HB to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB station and arriving at Leipzig Hbf station via Basel SBB station and Frankfurt station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.
Zürich HB to Leipzig train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.
Zürich HB to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.
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The distance between Zürich HB and Leipzig is 520.5 km. The road distance is 624 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Leipzig Hbf via Basel SBB and Frankfurt in around 8h 27m.