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The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Hanover
Showing times and prices for Feb 18
Cheapest price
€53
Average price
€81
Fastest journey
6 h 26 m
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
411 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Hanover will cost around €81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen to Hanover without transferring at least once.
IC 70101 · IC 5751 · 11159 · ECE 512:13AM9h36
Copenhagen Central Station09:49AMHanover Hbf
€531One-way
3 transfers
IC 137 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ICE 255909:50AM8h00
Copenhagen Central Station05:50PMHanover Hbf
€531One-way
3 transfers
IC 121 · IC 5755 · 11167 · ICE 705:50AM7h59
Copenhagen Central Station01:49PMHanover Hbf
€651One-way
3 transfers
ICL 50043 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 7711:52AM7h57
Copenhagen Central Station07:49PMHanover Hbf
€651One-way
3 transfers
IC 145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 7711:50AM7h59
Copenhagen Central Station07:49PMHanover Hbf
€651One-way
3 transfers
ECE 1175 · ICE 77310:22AM6h26
Copenhagen Central Station04:48PMHanover Hbf
€1111One-way
1 transfer
ECE 1173 · ICE 57906:08AM6h40
Copenhagen Central Station12:48PMHanover Hbf
€1111One-way
1 transfer
ECE 393 · ICE 77108:08AM6h40
Copenhagen Central Station02:48PMHanover Hbf
€1111One-way
1 transfer
ICL 50043 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 7711:52AM7h57
Copenhagen Central Station07:49PMHanover Hbf
€651One-way
3 transfers
IC 121 · IC 5755 · 11167 · ICE 705:50AM7h59
Copenhagen Central Station01:49PMHanover Hbf
€651One-way
3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Copenhagen to Hanover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €113.
Distance: 411 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€82 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €249 Average price |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Copenhagen to Hanover train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Hanover trains for today, Tuesday, February 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:07 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:58 PM Copenhagen | 7h59 | 10:57 PM Hanover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 70101 · IC 5751 · 11159 · ECE 5 | On time 11:13 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h36 | 8:49 AM Hanover Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| Wednesday, February 18 | |||||
| IC 113 · IC 5753 · 11163 · ICE 73 | 2:50 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h59 | 10:49 AM Hanover Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 121 · IC 5755 · 11167 · ICE 7 | 4:50 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h59 | 12:49 PM Hanover Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ECE 1173 · ICE 579 | On time 5:08 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h40 | 11:48 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 393 · ICE 771 | On time 7:08 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h40 | 1:48 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 137 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ICE 2559 | 8:50 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h00 | 4:50 PM Hanover Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ECE 1175 · ICE 773 | 9:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 6h26 | 3:48 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 77 | 10:50 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h59 | 6:49 PM Hanover Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICL 50043 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 77 | 10:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h57 | 6:49 PM Hanover Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Copenhagen to Hanover?
The best time to book your train from Copenhagen to Hanover is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Copenhagen to Hanover route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Copenhagen to Hanover per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Copenhagen to Hanover.
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from €34Buses
from €20Flights
from €117Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Hanover
Denmark
Germany
Trains from Copenhagen to Hanover run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 411 km distance in 6h 16m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €23
Distance 411 km |
Average train duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €23
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Metronom from Copenhagen to Hanover trainsDeutsche Bahn, Metronom trains will get you between Copenhagen and Hanover from €23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 16m
Cheapest Price
€39
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Metronom
About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Metronom frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Copenhagen to Hanover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Hanover 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 Hanover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Copenhagen to Hanover can start from as little as €39 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Copenhagen to Hanover is €82; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Copenhagen to Hanover is 6h 16m to travel the 411 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Copenhagen to Hanover leaves at 12:04 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Copenhagen to Hanover leaves at 11:55 PM.
There are 6 trains a day from Copenhagen to Hanover which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn, Metronom. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Copenhagen to Hanover, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Metronom for the best way to get you to Hanover. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Copenhagen and Hanover and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Hanover from Copenhagen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 16m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Copenhagen to Hanover is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Hanover including taking a train, bus, and flight.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Copenhagen to Hanover
Copenhagen
Hanover
The major train station for departures in Copenhagen is København Hovedb.. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at København Hovedb. for your trip from Copenhagen to Hanover.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
13Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
Dining
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- DKK 5
Hotel
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
Public transit options for København Hovedb.
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
Dybboelsbro st
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalVesterport st
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalThe major train station for arrivals in Hanover is Hannover Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hannover Hbf for your journey to Hanover from Copenhagen.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the main entrance.
Dining
- Balzac Coffee
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- asiahung
- Mr. CLOU
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Pizza Hut
- & many more
Accessibility
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Grand Hotel Mussmann
- IntercityHotel Hannover
- Hotel Loccumer Hof
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Öz Antalya Kebap
- Ricklinger Döner
- China-Imbiss Jasmin
- Coimbra
Hannover-Kleefeld
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Pizzeria Taormina
- Bei Edgar
- Subway
- Malatya Grill
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