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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Hannover is to rideshare which costs €13 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Hannover is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Hannover?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Hanover central bus station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Hannover?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Hannover Hauptbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Hannover?

The distance between Leipzig and Hannover is 266 km. The road distance is 258.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Hannover without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs €50 - €60.

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

The train from Leipzig Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof takes 2h 42m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Hannover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Hannover train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leipzig to Hannover?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Hannover is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs €50 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €65 and takes 4h 10m, you could also fly, which costs €140 - €650 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Leipzig to Hannover bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leipzig to Hannover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Hannover?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Hannover is 258 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Leipzig to Hannover.

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

Book your Leipzig to Hannover train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Hannover?

There are 1413+ hotels available in Hannover.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Hannover?

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

Leipzig to Hannover - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 6 ways to get from Leipzig to Hannover 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 Leipzig Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2h 46m
€50–60
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Hanoverrideshare 258.4 km
3h 27m
€13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Hanover central bus stationbus N367 / ...
4h 10m
€17–65
Drive 258.1 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Hannovercar 258.1 km
2h 11m
€37–53
Fly
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane LEJ - HAJ
5h 17m
€148–622
Bus via Halle (Saale)
1. Take the bus from Halle to Hanover central bus stationbus N67 / ...
4h 41m
€23–38

Leipzig to Hannover by train and foot

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2h 46mAverage Duration

€50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 266 km
Duration: 2h 46m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €50–60 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Hanover central bus station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €17–29 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Two other operators also service this route.

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