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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Hanover
Showing times and prices for Jan 01
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
135 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Hanover will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Fast trains
Of the 9 trains that leave Hamburg for Hanover on Thu, Jan 01, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 01 the direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Thu, Jan 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
ECE 508:29AM1h20
Hamburg Hbf09:49AMHanover Hbf
€131One-way
0 transfers
ICE 78508:01AM1h22
Hamburg Hbf09:23AMHanover Hbf
€171One-way
0 transfers
ICE 78710:01AM1h22
Hamburg Hbf11:23AMHanover Hbf
€231One-way
0 transfers
ICE 57709:29AM1h19
Hamburg Hbf10:48AMHanover Hbf
€231One-way
0 transfers
ICE 7310:29AM1h20
Hamburg Hbf11:49AMHanover Hbf
€231One-way
0 transfers
ICE 107310:21AM1h15
Hamburg Hbf11:36AMHanover Hbf
€301One-way
0 transfers
ICE 128509:21AM1h16
Hamburg Hbf10:37AMHanover Hbf
€301One-way
0 transfers
ICE 57709:29AM1h19
Hamburg Hbf10:48AMHanover Hbf
€231One-way
0 transfers
ECE 508:29AM1h20
Hamburg Hbf09:49AMHanover Hbf
€131One-way
0 transfers
ICE 7310:29AM1h20
Hamburg Hbf11:49AMHanover Hbf
€231One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hamburg to Hanover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 135 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€43 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Hanover train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Hanover trains for today, Wednesday, December 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 2:43 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 785 | On time 7:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1h22 | 8:23 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ECE 5 | On time 7:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1h20 | 8:49 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 585 | On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1h22 | 9:23 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1285 | On time 8:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1h16 | 9:37 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 577 | On time 8:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1h19 | 9:48 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Hamburg to Hanover?
The best time to book your train from Hamburg to Hanover is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Hamburg to Hanover route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Hanover.
Trains
from €13Buses
from €8Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Hanover
GermanyGermany
Trains from Hamburg to Hanover run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 135 km distance in 1h 7m.
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 €8
Distance 135 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 00:01 |
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 €8
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Metronom, FlixTrain, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Hamburg to Hanover trainsDeutsche Bahn, Metronom, FlixTrain, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Hamburg 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
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
1h 7m
Cheapest Price
€10
Deutsche Bahn frequency
10 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
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
€25
FlixTrain frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
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
Average Duration
2h 9m
Cheapest Price
€28
Metronom frequency
2 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
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 40m
Österreichische Bundesbahnen frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Hanover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Hanover can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hamburg to Hanover is €27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Hamburg to Hanover train travel time is 1 h 14 min for the 135 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Hamburg to Hanover leaves at 00: 03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Hamburg to Hanover leaves at 23: 57.
Yes, there are 11 direct trains a day from Hamburg to Hanover with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the trip from Hamburg to Hanover you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn, Metronom or FlixTrain. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Hanover from Hamburg on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 57.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Hamburg Hbf, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Hanover Hbf, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
A day trip to Hanover from Hamburg is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 14 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Hamburg to Hanover is December.
You have options as you can travel from Hamburg to Hanover 2 different ways: coach or train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Hanover
Hamburg
Hanover
The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg Hbf for your trip from Hamburg to Hanover.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Hamburg Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
Hotel
- Leonardo Inn Airport
Hamburg-Harburg
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
Hotel
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
The 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 Hamburg.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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-Leinhausen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmDining
- Bahnhof Leinhausen
- Café am Turm
- Singapur
- Restaurant Ofelia
Hotel
- Hotel in Herrenhausen
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