What is the cheapest way to get from Hanover to Leipzig?

The cheapest way to get from Hanover to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €10 - €15 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hanover to Leipzig?

The fastest way to get from Hanover to Leipzig is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Hanover and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hanover central bus station station and arriving at Leipzig central train station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Hanover and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hannover Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Hanover to Leipzig?

The distance between Hanover and Leipzig is 262 km. The road distance is 259 km.

How do I travel from Hanover to Leipzig without a car?

The best way to get from Hanover to Leipzig without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €24 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Hanover to Leipzig?

The train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Leipzig bus from?

Hanover to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hanover central bus station.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Leipzig train from?

Hanover to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Hanover to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Hanover to Leipzig is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €24 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €24 and takes 3h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €140 - €550 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Hanover to Leipzig bus arrive?

Hanover to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leipzig central train station.

Where does the Hanover to Leipzig train arrive?

Hanover to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Hanover to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanover to Leipzig is 259 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Hanover to Leipzig.

How do I get a train ticket from Hanover to Leipzig?

Book your Hanover to Leipzig train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Hanover to Leipzig?

Book your Hanover to Leipzig bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1451+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Can I share a ride from Hanover to Leipzig?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Hanover and Leipzig. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Hanover to Leipzig - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Hanover to Leipzig by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf56 / ...
2h 40m
€24–60
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hanover to Leipzig258.7 km
2h 59m
€10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Leipzig central train stationN67 / ...
3h 55m
€13–24
Drive 259 km
1. Drive from Hanover to Leipzig259 km
2h 10m
€37–54
Fly
1. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)HAJ - LEJ
4h 59m
€148–539
Train via Goslar
1. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to GoslarRe
2. Take the train from Goslar to Halle(Saale)HbfRe
4h 59m

Hanover to Leipzig by train

97Weekly Trains

2h 40mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 261.9 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Hanover, Germany and Leipzig, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €24–60 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hanover central bus station to Leipzig central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €13–24 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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