The average train between Leipzig and Rotterdam takes 9h 52m and the fastest train takes 8h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig to Rotterdam. 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 Leipzig and Rotterdam. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Rotterdam at 11:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 9h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Leipzig to Rotterdam? 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 Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Rotterdam station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.
Leipzig to Rotterdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Rotterdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Rotterdam Centraal station.
Book your Leipzig to Rotterdam train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Eurostar.
The distance between Leipzig and Rotterdam is 548.3 km. The road distance is 908 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal via Frankfurt, Bruxelles Midi, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 9h 15m.