- Must visit
Museum der bildenden Künste
Leipzig’s major fine arts museum with strong German painting, modern works, and a bright contemporary building in the city center.
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Leipzig will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 24 trains that leave Hanover for Leipzig on Wed, Aug 05, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 2031
IC 2447
ICE 1541 · IC 2449
IC 2435
IC 2043 · 16339 · S35
IC 2031
IC 2037
IC 2035 · IC 2235
IC 2039
IC 2431 · IC 2239Trains from Hanover to Leipzig run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2031 | On time 5:37 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h38 | 8:15 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2447 | On time 6:37 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h40 | 9:17 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2033 | On time 7:35 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h40 | 10:15 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 741 · ICE 91 | On time 8:04 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h08 | 11:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2445 | On time 8:37 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h40 | 11:17 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2035 · IC 2235 | On time 9:36 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h39 | 12:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2443 | On time 10:37 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h40 | 1:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2037 | On time 11:36 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h39 | 2:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 73 · IC 2155 · ICE 2590 | On time 11:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h16 | 3:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2441 | On time 12:37 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h40 | 3:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2039 | On time 1:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h39 | 4:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2049 | On time 2:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h41 | 5:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 771 · ICE 1747 · ICE 504 | On time 2:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h11 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2431 · IC 2239 | On time 3:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h39 | 6:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2047 | On time 4:37 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h40 | 7:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2433 | On time 5:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h39 | 8:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 9 · IC 2157 · ICE 2584 | On time 5:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h16 | 9:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2045 | On time 6:37 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h40 | 9:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2435 | On time 7:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h42 | 10:18 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Tip about 5-10% in restaurants or round up the bill. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Leipzig Hbf -> Augustusplatz, Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Leipzig by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hanover to Leipzig trains use the Hannover Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hannover Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Öz Antalya Kebap, Ricklinger Döner, China-Imbiss Jasmin, Coimbra
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. ATMs are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Information desks are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
Leipzig Markt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
Leipzig-Lindenau is 3 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig-Lindenau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Moertelwerk, Konditorei und Cafe Krüsmann, Am Kanal, Gallo Negro
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig-Lindenau. ATMs are available at Leipzig-Lindenau.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig-Lindenau. Information desks are available at Leipzig-Lindenau.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig-Lindenau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig-Lindenau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig-Lindenau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig-Lindenau.
Nearby hotels include Plagwitzer Hof, Hotel Astoria, Merseburger Hof, Pension Leipzig Georgplatz.
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