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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hanover to Leipzig
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just €17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hanover and Leipzig?
Hanover
- ANiki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany
- BRundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
- C
Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany - DAlt Vinnhorst 68, 30419 Hannover, Germany
- E
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Ledeburg, 30419 Hannover, Germany - F
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Leinhausen, 30419 Hannover, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hanover to Leipzig by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Hanover to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Hanover to Leipzig start from €11. The average price for this train route is around €31. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hanover to Leipzig?
The average train journey time from Hanover to Leipzig is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 215 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 38m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Hanover to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hanover to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Hanover to Leipzig departs at 06:37. And the latest train departs at 21:31.
Which is the best train operator from Hanover to Leipzig?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hanover to Leipzig?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Hanover to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hanover to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hanover to Leipzig was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hanover to Leipzig as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €16 to €128 for a train ticket from Hanover to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €16, which is on 2026-01-27.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.