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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Externsteine is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Externsteine is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs €40 - €60.

How far is it from Leipzig to Externsteine?

The distance between Leipzig and Externsteine is 382 km. The road distance is 287.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Externsteine without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs €65 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Leipzig to Externsteine, including transfers.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Externsteine?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Externsteine is 288 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Leipzig to Externsteine.

Where can I stay near Externsteine?

There are 133+ hotels available in Externsteine.

Leipzig to Externsteine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Leipzig to Externsteine by train, bus, or car

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 Leipzig Hbf to Altenbekentrain 51
4h 57m
€69–79
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Kasselbus 023 / ...
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Altenbekentrain Re
7h 5m
€38–69
Drive 287.6 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Externsteinecar 287.6 km
3h 44m
€41–59
Train via Kassel
1. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Altenbekentrain Re
7h 26m
€62–124

Leipzig to Externsteine by train, bus, and foot

13Weekly Services

4h 57mAverage Duration

€69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 381.7 km
Duration: 4h 57m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Altenbeken twice daily. Tickets cost €60–70 and the journey takes 3h 1m.

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