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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Hildesheim is to rideshare which costs €9 - €15 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Hildesheim is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Hildesheim?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Hildesheim central bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Hildesheim?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Hildesheim. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Hildesheim Ost via Weissenfels, Halle(Saale)Hbf and Goslar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Hildesheim?

The distance between Leipzig and Hildesheim is 241 km. The road distance is 220.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Hildesheim without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 16m and costs €25 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Leipzig to Hildesheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Hildesheim bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Hildesheim train from?

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

Train or bus from Leipzig to Hildesheim?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Hildesheim is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs €70 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €30 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Leipzig to Hildesheim bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leipzig to Hildesheim train arrive?

Leipzig to Hildesheim train services, operated by Abellio GmbH, arrive at Weissenfels station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Hildesheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Hildesheim is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Leipzig to Hildesheim.

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

Book your Leipzig to Hildesheim train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Hildesheim?

There are 157+ hotels available in Hildesheim.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Hildesheim?

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

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Brunswick central stationbus 182 / ...
2. Take the train from Braunschweig Hbf to Hildesheim Hbftrain Re
3h 16m
€25–59
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Hildesheimrideshare 221.3 km
2h 38m
€9–15
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Weissenfelstrain Re
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Goslartrain Re
3. Take the train from Goslar to Hildesheim Osttrain Re
5h 32m
€73–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Hildesheim central bus stationbus N67
3h 25m
€17–30
Drive 220.7 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Hildesheimcar 220.7 km
2h 13m
€31–45

Leipzig to Hildesheim by bus and train

44Weekly Services

3h 16mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Hildesheim Ost via Weissenfels, Halle(Saale)Hbf, and Goslar in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Hildesheim central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €17–30 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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