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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Hanover is to rideshare which costs €13 and takes 3h 19m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Hanover?

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 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Hanover?

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

How far is it from Leipzig to Hanover?

The distance between Leipzig and Hanover is 266 km. The road distance is 259.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Hanover without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €26 - €70.

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

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Hanover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Hanover train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leipzig to Hanover?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Hanover is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €26 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €23 and takes 3h 50m, you could also fly, which costs €120 - €220 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Leipzig to Hanover bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leipzig to Hanover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Hanover?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Hanover is 260 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Leipzig to Hanover.

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

Book your Leipzig to Hanover train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Hanover?

There are 1401+ hotels available in Hanover.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Hanover?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Leipzig to Hanover 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 Hbf55 / ...
2h 42m
€26–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Hanover central bus stationN67 / ...
3h 50m
€13–23
Drive 259.5 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Hanover259.5 km
2h 10m
€37–53
Fly
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)LEJ - HAJ
5h 8m
€127–220
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Hanover258.3 km
3h 19m
€13

Leipzig to Hanover by train

103Weekly Trains

2h 42mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 266.1 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Hannover Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €26–70 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 €13–23 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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