The average train between Leipzig and Ahlen takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Leipzig to Ahlen. 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 hourly between Leipzig and Ahlen. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 8:23 PM which arrives into Ahlen at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Magdeburg Hbf and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 36m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leipzig to Ahlen? 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 Ahlen. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Ahlen station via Magdeburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Leipzig to Ahlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Ahlen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Ahlen(Westf) station.
Book your Leipzig to Ahlen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurobahn and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leipzig and Ahlen is 313.4 km. The road distance is 429 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Ahlen(Westf) via Magdeburg Hbf and Bielefeld Hbf in around 4h 50m.