The average train between Leipzig and Nordhausen takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Leipzig to Nordhausen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Leipzig and Nordhausen. The earliest departure is at 2:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Nordhausen at 12:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 24m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Leipzig to Nordhausen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Nordhausen. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Nordhausen station via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Leipzig to Nordhausen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Nordhausen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nordhausen station.
Book your Leipzig to Nordhausen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and LEO Express.
The distance between Leipzig and Nordhausen is 110.7 km. The road distance is 195 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Nordhausen via Erfurt Hbf in around 2h 32m.