The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Hanover
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€41
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Hanover will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 26 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Hanover on Sat, May 30, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct trains cover the 240 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest trains will take 2 h 38 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.
ICE 208 · IC 24455:34 AM2h46Düsseldorf Hbf8:20 AMHanover Hbf€201One-way1 transfer
FlixTrain12:38 PM3h03Düsseldorf Hbf3:41 PMHanover Hbf€201One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain4:38 PM3h03Düsseldorf Hbf7:41 PMHanover Hbf€201One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain8:38 AM3h03Düsseldorf Hbf11:41 AMHanover Hbf€231One-way0 transfers
ICE 206 · IC 24437:34 AM2h45Düsseldorf Hbf10:19 AMHanover Hbf€341One-way1 transfer
ICE 8479:50 AM2h38Düsseldorf Hbf12:28 PMHanover Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
ICE 84911:50 AM2h38Düsseldorf Hbf2:28 PMHanover Hbf€361One-way0 transfers
ICE 9411:50 PM2h38Düsseldorf Hbf4:28 PMHanover Hbf€361One-way0 transfers
ICE 8457:50 AM2h38Düsseldorf Hbf10:28 AMHanover Hbf€601One-way0 transfers
ICE 618 · ICE 5436:50 AM2h38Düsseldorf Hbf9:28 AMHanover Hbf€361One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Hanover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €131.
Distance: 240 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €383 Average price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Hanover train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Hanover trains for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 645 | Delayed 4:51 PM 6:48 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 7:32 PM 7:32 PMHanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 104 · IC 2041 | On time 7:34 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h46 | 10:20 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 947 | On time 7:50 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h38 | 10:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
89735 · S1 | 7:56 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h34 | 11:30 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26835 · IC 2349 | On time 9:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h58 | 12:20 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 647 | On time 9:29 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h00 | 12:29 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 528 · ICE 647 | On time 9:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h51 | 12:29 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
89739+ 89863+ S1 | 9:56 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h03 | 1:59 AM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
26841 · 89999+ 95821 | 12:23 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h25 | 5:48 AM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
26845 · ICE 920+ 95773 | 2:23 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h27 | 6:50 AM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
26801 · ICE 541 | On time 4:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h06 | 7:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 208 · IC 2445 | On time 5:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h46 | 8:20 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 843 | On time 5:50 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h38 | 8:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1543 | On time 6:13 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h48 | 9:01 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 543 | On time 6:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 9:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 206 · IC 2443 | On time 7:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h45 | 10:19 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 845 | On time 7:50 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h38 | 10:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2206 · ICE 1545 | On time 8:12 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h49 | 11:01 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 8:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h03 | 11:41 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 545 | On time 8:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 11:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 204 · IC 2441 | On time 9:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h46 | 12:20 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 847 | On time 9:50 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h38 | 12:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2204 · ICE 1547 | On time 10:12 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h49 | 1:01 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 547 | On time 10:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 1:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 202 · IC 2049 | On time 11:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h44 | 2:18 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 849 | On time 11:50 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h38 | 2:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1053 | On time 12:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h55 | 3:01 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h03 | 3:41 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 549 | On time 12:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 3:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 200 · IC 2047 | On time 1:34 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h46 | 4:20 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 941 | On time 1:50 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h38 | 4:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1549 | On time 2:17 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h44 | 5:01 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h03 | 7:41 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Hanover
Trains from Düsseldorf to Hanover run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 240 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 240 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Düsseldorf to Hanover trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Hanover from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Hanover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Hanover
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the main entrance.
- Balzac Coffee
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- asiahung
- Mr. CLOU
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Pizza Hut
- & many more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Grand Hotel Mussmann
- IntercityHotel Hannover
- Hotel Loccumer Hof
- Located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
- Öz Antalya Kebap
- Ricklinger Döner
- China-Imbiss Jasmin
- Coimbra
- Werkhof Restaurant
- Hashigo Sushi
- Asia Imbiss Kok
- Klitsche
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