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

The cheapest way to get from Hildesheim to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €8 - €16 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hildesheim to Leipzig is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Hildesheim and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hildesheim central bus station station and arriving at Leipzig central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Hildesheim and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct train from Hildesheim to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Hildesheim Hbf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf via Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Hildesheim to Leipzig?

The distance between Hildesheim and Leipzig is 247 km. The road distance is 221 km.

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

The best way to get from Hildesheim to Leipzig without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs €40 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Hildesheim to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hildesheim to Leipzig bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hildesheim to Leipzig train from?

Hildesheim to Leipzig train services, operated by metronom, depart from Hildesheim Hbf station.

Train or bus from Hildesheim to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Hildesheim to Leipzig is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs €40 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Hildesheim to Leipzig bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hildesheim to Leipzig train arrive?

Hildesheim to Leipzig train services, operated by metronom, arrive at Braunschweig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Hildesheim to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Hildesheim to Leipzig is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Hildesheim to Leipzig.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1442+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Can I share a ride from Hildesheim to Leipzig?

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

Hildesheim to Leipzig - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Hildesheim to Leipzig by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hildesheim Hbf to Braunschweig Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
3h 31m
€43–216
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hildesheim to Leipzigrideshare 220.7 km
2h 45m
€8–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hildesheim central bus station to Leipzig central train stationbus N67
3h 35m
€19–35
Train via Goslar
1. Take the train from Hildesheim Ost to Goslartrain Re
2. Take the train from Goslar to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain Re
4h 7m
€66–175
Drive 221 km
1. Drive from Hildesheim to Leipzigcar 221 km
2h 17m
€32–45

Hildesheim to Leipzig by train

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Distance: 246.6 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Hildesheim Hbf to Leipzig Hbf via Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hildesheim central bus station to Leipzig central train station once daily. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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