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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Hanover
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€82
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
56
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Hanover will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 56 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Hanover on Sun, Aug 16, 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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 127211:35 PM4h33Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4:08 AMHanover Hbf€181One-way0 transfers- ICE 127212:04 AM4h04Frankfurt Airport long-distance station4:08 AMHanover Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
- ICE 521 · ICE 11865:38 AM2h39Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:17 AMHanover Hbf€301One-way1 transfer
- ICE 707:46 PM2h19Frankfurt (Main) Hbf10:05 PMHanover Hbf€361One-way0 transfers
- ICE 129 · ICE 5728:15 PM2h50Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:05 PMHanover Hbf€361One-way1 transfer
- ICE 107410:02 AM2h14Frankfurt (Main) Hbf12:16 PMHanover Hbf€1121One-way0 transfers
- ICE 10722:02 PM2h14Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4:16 PMHanover Hbf€901One-way0 transfers
- ICE 10706:02 PM2h14Frankfurt (Main) Hbf8:16 PMHanover Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
- ICE 11866:02 AM2h15Frankfurt (Main) Hbf8:17 AMHanover Hbf€571One-way0 transfers
- ICE 7748:46 AM2h19Frankfurt (Main) Hbf11:05 AMHanover Hbf€1121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Hanover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 51m. 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 €18, and a flight costs an average of €98.
Distance: 261 km
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€70 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest | €168 Average price |
4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Hanover train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Hanover trains for today, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 13 · ICE 74 | Delayed 9:32 AM 11:15 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h50 | 2:05 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 74 | Delayed 9:47 AM 11:46 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h19 | 2:05 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S9 · ICE 770 | On time 12:15 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h50 | 3:05 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 16 | |||||
| S9 · ICE 778 | On time 4:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h50 | 7:05 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 778 | On time 4:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h24 | 7:05 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 78 | On time 5:23 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h42 | 8:05 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 521 · ICE 1186 | On time 5:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h39 | 8:17 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 78 | On time 5:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h19 | 8:05 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1186 | On time 6:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h15 | 8:17 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 29501 · ICE 776 | On time 6:22 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h43 | 9:05 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 776 | On time 6:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h19 | 9:05 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 29503 · ICE 76 | On time 7:22 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h43 | 10:05 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 76 | On time 7:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h19 | 10:05 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 7:58 AM Frankfurt South station | 6h22 | 2:20 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 774 | On time 8:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h50 | 11:05 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 774 | On time 8:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h19 | 11:05 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
 24319+ICE 2526 · ICE 2374 | On time 8:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h10 | 11:56 AM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 2374 | On time 8:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h05 | 11:56 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 11 · ICE 8 | On time 9:15 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h50 | 12:05 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2526 · ICE 2374 | On time 9:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h41 | 11:56 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1074 | On time 9:38 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h38 | 12:16 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 529 · ICE 1074 | On time 9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h35 | 12:16 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 8 | On time 9:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h19 | 12:05 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 9:58 AM Frankfurt South station | 8h22 | 6:20 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1074 | On time 10:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h14 | 12:16 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 992 · ICE 772 | On time 10:09 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h56 | 1:05 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 121 · ICE 772 | On time 10:15 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h50 | 1:05 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 992 · ICE 772 | On time 10:20 AM Frankfurt South station | 2h45 | 1:05 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 772 | On time 10:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h19 | 1:05 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 13 · ICE 74 | On time 11:15 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h50 | 2:05 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Hanover
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Hanover run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main to Hanover trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Hanover from €18. 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
Hessische Landesbahn
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Hanover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Hanover
Most Frankfurt am Main to Hanover trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Hannover Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hannover-Kleefeld. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Hanover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Hanover leave from?
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) 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 and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
Which Hanover station do trains from Frankfurt am Main arrive at?
Getting to Hannover Hbf from Hanover city centre
Hannover Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
Getting to Hannover-Kleefeld from Hanover city centre
Hannover-Kleefeld is 3 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Kleefeld train station facilities and services
Hannover-Kleefeld 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 and drink
Food options include: Pizzeria Taormina, Bei Edgar, Subway, Malatya Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Kleefeld. ATMs are available at Hannover-Kleefeld.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Kleefeld. Information desks are available at Hannover-Kleefeld.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Kleefeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hannover-Kleefeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hannover-Kleefeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Kleefeld.
Getting to Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof from Hanover city centre
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Öz Antalya Kebap, Ricklinger Döner, China-Imbiss Jasmin, Coimbra
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. ATMs are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Information desks are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
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