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 42m.

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 42m 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 6h 9m and costs €65 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Leipzig to Externsteine, including transfers.

Train or bus from Leipzig to Externsteine?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Externsteine is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs €65 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 9h 18m.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Externsteine?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Externsteine is 288 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Leipzig to Externsteine.

Where can I stay near Externsteine?

There are 698+ 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 Altenbeken51
6h 9m
€69–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Bad OeynhausenN367 / ...
9h 18m
€40–71
Drive 287.6 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Externsteine287.6 km
3h 42m
€41–59
Train via Kassel
1. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Kassel-WilhelmshoeheRe
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to AltenbekenRe
7h 39m
€62–123

Leipzig to Externsteine by train, bus, and foot

3Weekly Services

6h 9mAverage Duration

€69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 381.8 km
Duration: 6h 9m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Altenbeken 3 times a week. Tickets cost €60–70 and the journey takes 4h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Bad Oeynhausen once daily. Tickets cost €28–40 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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