How much is the train ticket from Hanover to Leipzig?

The cheapest train tickets from Hanover to Leipzig start at ZAR 164. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 704. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Hanover to Leipzig?

The average train trip from Hanover to Leipzig takes 2h 40m and covers 215 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 35m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Hanover to Leipzig route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn ICE , IC Bus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hanover to Leipzig?

The earliest train from Hanover to Leipzig departs at 6:37am. The latest train departs at 9:54pm.

What is the best train operator from Hanover to Leipzig?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is IC Bus , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hanover to Leipzig?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Hanover to Leipzig?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is IC Bus , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 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 IC Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Hanover to Leipzig from ZAR 143 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Hanover to Leipzig on June 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 1m	10:37pm	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:47pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 54m	9:41pm	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	6:47pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 54m	9:41pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 8m	11:44pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
erixx + Deutsche Bahn + DB Fernverkehr	Train	8:48pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 25m	1:13am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
erixx + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:48pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 35m	1:23am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:56pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 27m	1:23am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:47pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 54m	9:41pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Hanover to Leipzig on June 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 39m	10:15pm	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	9:36am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 39m	12:15pm	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	6:37am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	9:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 8m	11:44pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	Train	8:56pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 17m	1:13am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:56pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 27m	1:23am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:37am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	9:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 8m	11:44pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Hanover to Leipzig on July 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:44pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 5m	6:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:37pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 35m	9:12pm	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	6:37am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	9:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 12m	11:48pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:56pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 27m	1:23am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:37am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	9:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 12m	11:48pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:56pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 27m	1:23am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Hanover to Leipzig on July 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:37am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	9:17am	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:37pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 35m	9:12pm	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	3:44pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 5m	6:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:37am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	9:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:27pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 14m	11:41pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
erixx + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:48pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 35m	1:23am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:56pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 27m	1:23am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:37am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	9:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Hanover to Leipzig on July 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 39m	10:15pm	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	9:36am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 39m	12:15pm	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	3:44pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 5m	6:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:37am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	9:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 8m	11:44pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:56pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 27m	1:23am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:37am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	9:17am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 8m	11:44pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Hanover to Leipzig on July 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 39m	10:15pm	Leipzig Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	9:36am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 39m	12:15pm	Leipzig Hbf	Fastest
	Train	3:44pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 5m	6:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	7:35am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	10:15am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 8m	11:44pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:56pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	4h 27m	1:23am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	7:35am	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	2h 40m	10:15am	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	Train	8:36pm	Hannover Hauptbahnhof	3h 8m	11:44pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:06 PM CEST.

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 252, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

4h 5mAverage Duration

215 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 252 - ZAR 1,159	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 164 - ZAR 2,369	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hanover and Leipzig?

Hanover

A
Hannover Hauptbahnhof
Niki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany
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B
Hannover ZOB
Rundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
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C
Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany
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D
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Ledeburg, 30419 Hannover, Germany
E
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Leinhausen, 30419 Hannover, Germany
F
Hannover-Vinnhorst
Alt Vinnhorst 68, 30419 Hannover, Germany
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Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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B
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixTrain

3.4/530 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.9

Wi‑Fi2.1

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.4

IC Bus

4.5/520 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hanover to Leipzig by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Hanover to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Hanover to Leipzig start at ZAR 164. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 704. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Hanover to Leipzig?
The average train trip from Hanover to Leipzig takes 2h 40m and covers 215 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 35m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Hanover to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, IC Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hanover to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Hanover to Leipzig departs at 6:37am. The latest train departs at 9:54pm.
What is the best train operator from Hanover to Leipzig?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is IC Bus, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hanover to Leipzig?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Hanover to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is IC Bus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 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 IC Bus, 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.

Best price found

06-26

ZAR 892

06-27

ZAR 651

Today

ZAR 610

06-29

ZAR 508

06-30

No data

07-01

ZAR 316

07-02

ZAR 590

07-03

ZAR 508

The cheapest trip from Hanover to Leipzig was searched and found on Jul 1, 2026 with a price of ZAR 316

To 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 ZAR 316 to ZAR 3,792 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 ZAR 316 which is on 2026-07-01.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn 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.

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hanover and Leipzig?

Hanover

Hannover Hauptbahnhof

Hannover ZOB

Hannover

Hannover-Ledeburg

Hannover-Leinhausen

Hannover-Vinnhorst