The train between Elmshorn and Leipzig takes 3h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Elmshorn 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 3 hours between Elmshorn and Leipzig. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elmshorn is at 7:53 PM which arrives into Leipzig at 11:47 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Elmshorn to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Elmshorn station and arriving at Leipzig station via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.
Elmshorn to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Hamburg Dammtor station.
Elmshorn to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.
Book your Elmshorn to Leipzig train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Elmshorn and Leipzig is 325.3 km. The road distance is 487 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hamburg Dammtor to Leipzig Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €85–200 and the journey takes 3h 18m.