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Train Stuttgart → Leipzig

Schedule & travel time

4h 22m 365 km 8 trains/day
ICE IC RE

Route overview

4h 22m

Fastest time

5h 14m

Avg. duration

365

Kilometers

8

Trains per day

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By train from Stuttgart to Leipzig

An important rail connection: The train connection from Stuttgart to Leipzig is one of the notable rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 4h 22m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 365 kilometers and is served by about 8 trains every day. The regular service gives you plenty of options when planning your trip.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Regionalverkehr

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE, IC, RE.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Stuttgart to Leipzig saves you about 41 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Leipzig?

The fastest connection from Stuttgart to Leipzig takes 4h 22m. The average travel time is 5h 14m.

How many trains run daily from Stuttgart to Leipzig?

About 8 trains run daily on the Stuttgart - Leipzig route. Train types include ICE, IC, RE.

What is the route from Stuttgart to Leipzig?

The direct connection covers 365 km.

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Return journey

Leipzig Stuttgart

More connections

Stuttgart → Paris Est3h 13mStuttgart → Ulm0h 42mStuttgart → Pforzheim0h 29mStuttgart → Heilbronn0h 34mBerlin → Leipzig1h 5mErfurt → Leipzig0h 43mBerlin Südkreuz → Leipzig1h 05m
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Schedule data last updated: 17/06/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

Notice: All information on this page (Travel times, Frequencies, Connections) is provided without guarantee and may change at any time. For current and binding information, please visit the official provider websites. This website is not affiliated with Deutsche Bahn AG or other railway companies.

Last update: April 2026

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