The average train between York and Leipzig takes 13h 27m and the fastest train takes 11h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from York 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 York and Leipzig. The earliest departure is at 4:40 AM at night, and the last departure from York is at 9:31 PM which arrives into Leipzig at 7:09 PM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 13h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from York 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 York to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Leipzig station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 27m.
York to Leipzig train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from York station.
York to Leipzig train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.
Book your York to Leipzig train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between York and Leipzig is 951.5 km. The road distance is 1,444 km.
You can take a train from York to Leipzig Hbf via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Brussels-Midi, Bruxelles Midi, and Frankfurt in around 12h 43m.