What is the cheapest way to get from Lower Saxony to Leipzig?

The cheapest way to get from Lower Saxony to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €10 - €15 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lower Saxony to Leipzig?

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

Is there a direct bus between Lower Saxony and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hanover central bus station station and arriving at Leipzig central train station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Lower Saxony and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hannover Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Lower Saxony to Leipzig?

The distance between Lower Saxony and Leipzig is 266 km. The road distance is 259 km.

How do I travel from Lower Saxony to Leipzig without a car?

The best way to get from Lower Saxony to Leipzig without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €18 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Lower Saxony to Leipzig?

The train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lower Saxony to Leipzig bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lower Saxony to Leipzig train from?

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

Train or bus from Lower Saxony to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Lower Saxony to Leipzig is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €18 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €65 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Lower Saxony to Leipzig bus arrive?

Lower Saxony to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leipzig central train station.

Where does the Lower Saxony to Leipzig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lower Saxony to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Lower Saxony to Leipzig is 259 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Lower Saxony to Leipzig.

How do I get a train ticket from Lower Saxony to Leipzig?

Book your Lower Saxony to Leipzig train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lower Saxony to Leipzig?

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

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1404+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Can I share a ride from Lower Saxony to Leipzig?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lower Saxony to Leipzig by train, bus, car, 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 Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
2h 40m
€18–75
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hanover to Leipzigrideshare 258.9 km
2h 59m
€10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Leipzig central train stationbus 182 / ...
3h 40m
€13–65
Drive 259 km
1. Drive from Hanover to Leipzigcar 259 km
2h 11m
€37–53
Train via Goslar
1. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Goslartrain Re
2. Take the train from Goslar to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain Re
5h

Lower Saxony to Leipzig by train

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Distance: 266.1 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Lower Saxony, Germany and Leipzig, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €18–75 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hanover central bus station to Leipzig central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €13–27 and the journey takes 3h 40m. East West Eurolines also services this route once daily.

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