Day trip from Hannover to Chemnitz
Chemnitz lies 279 km (173 mi) south-east of Hannover, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 279 km (173 mi) apart, Chemnitz is a realistic day trip from Hannover: about 4 h 32 min each way by road.
| Hannover | Chemnitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 515,140 | 247,220 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 306 m (1,004 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 30159–30669 | 09111–09131 |
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Staying in Chemnitz
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Common questions
How far is Chemnitz from Hannover?
279 km (173 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Hannover; by road roughly 340 km (211 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hannover to Chemnitz by road?
About 4 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hannover and Chemnitz?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.