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Leave at 08:30 and travel via Frankfurt: 8h02 with 1 change, which is usually easy to make.
Watch the connection in Hanover
Arriving on the ICE 143, you have 36 minutes. That connection was made on 82% of trips (measured July 2026, August 2026, September 2026). If in doubt, pick a later connection or a flexible ticket.
Sleep on the way
From Amsterdam take the NJ 421 at 18:01 and arrive at 08:05. It saves a hotel night and you arrive rested.
How punctual is this route?
This train is often late. Plan generous connections and choose a flexible ticket.
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Train or plane?
Estimate| Train | Plane | |
|---|---|---|
| Door to door | ± 7h59 | ± 3h54 |
| CO₂ per person | ± 22 kg | ± 72 kg |
| Luggage | Suitcase included | Often extra |
| Arrival | City centre | Airport |
How we calculated this
- Train: fastest connection (7h34) plus 25 minutes to and from the station.
- Plane: about 0h44 in the air, plus 40 minutes taxiing and 2.5 hours for getting to the airport, check-in and security.
- CO₂ train: 625 km by rail × 0.035 kg/km. CO₂ plane: 568 km × 0.126 kg/km, including high-altitude effects.
- Source: UK Government GHG Conversion Factors 2025 (DESNZ).
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train from Amsterdam to Leipzig?
The fastest train from Amsterdam to Leipzig takes 7h34. Most journeys have 1 change.
Is there a direct train from Amsterdam to Leipzig?
No, you change trains at least 1 time, usually in Frankfurt or Hanover.
Is there a night train from Amsterdam to Leipzig?
Yes. You travel overnight and arrive rested in the morning.
Where can I book a train ticket to Leipzig?
You can compare prices at Omio. Booking early is usually cheaper, especially for ICE trains and night trains.
How punctual is the train to Leipzig?
The ICE 143 arrived on time in Hannover Hbf on 46% of trips, with an average delay of 12 minutes (July 2026, August 2026, September 2026).
