Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg train with metronom

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

€29

Average ticket price on Sep 19

€36

Fastest journey on Sep 19

1 h 8 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

1 h 8 m

Trains on Sep 19

18

Distance

121 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.

Fast trains

On Sat, Sep 19, we found 18 trains from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg, including 15 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .

On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.

  • Deutsche Bahn14410
    7:51 AM2h15
    Hanover Hbf
    10:06 AMHamburg Harburg
    €291One-way
    0 transfers
  • metronom82864
    7:40 AM2h12
    Hanover Hbf
    9:52 AMHamburg Harburg
    €291One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 684
    11:36 AM1h08
    Hanover Hbf
    12:44 PMHamburg Harburg
    €351One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 586
    7:36 PM1h08
    Hanover Hbf
    8:44 PMHamburg Harburg
    €351One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 784
    8:36 PM1h08
    Hanover Hbf
    9:44 PMHamburg Harburg
    €351One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, while a train costs an average of €30.

Distance: 121 km

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Train
Bus
Driving

€30

Average price

€12

Average price

Cheapest

€3

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 50m

Average total duration

2h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 48m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg is a bus with an average price of €12.

This is compared to other travel options from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg:

A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg costing on average €30.

The fastest way to travel from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 21m.

Other travel options to Hamburg Harburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hanover Hbf and Hamburg Harburg including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn4402+NordWestBahnRS6+metronom820065:20 AM Hanover Hbf
2h09
7:29 AM Hamburg Harburg2 transfers
metronom828605:40 AM Hanover Hbf
1h50
7:30 AM Hamburg Harburg0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1686+metronom82110
On time
6:27 AM Hanover Hbf
1h25
7:52 AM Hamburg Harburg		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1536
On time
7:31 AM Hanover Hbf
1h14
8:45 AM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 888
On time
8:36 AM Hanover Hbf
1h08
9:44 AM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 686
On time
9:36 AM Hanover Hbf
1h08
10:44 AM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 886
On time
10:36 AM Hanover Hbf
1h08
11:44 AM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 684
On time
11:36 AM Hanover Hbf
1h08
12:44 PM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 882
On time
12:36 PM Hanover Hbf
1h08
1:44 PM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 682
On time
1:36 PM Hanover Hbf
1h08
2:44 PM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 880
On time
2:36 PM Hanover Hbf
1h08
3:44 PM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 680
On time
3:36 PM Hanover Hbf
1h08
4:44 PM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 788
On time
4:36 PM Hanover Hbf
1h08
5:44 PM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 588
On time
5:36 PM Hanover Hbf
1h08
6:44 PM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 786
On time
6:36 PM Hanover Hbf
1h08
7:44 PM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 586
On time
7:36 PM Hanover Hbf
1h08
8:44 PM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 784
On time
8:36 PM Hanover Hbf
1h08
9:44 PM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 584
On time
9:36 PM Hanover Hbf
1h08
10:44 PM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 782
On time
10:36 PM Hanover Hbf
1h08
11:44 PM Hamburg Harburg		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 572+metronom81644
On time
11:08 PM Hanover Hbf
1h48
12:56 AM Hamburg Harburg		1 transfer
metronom8164611:40 PM Hanover Hbf
2h29
2:09 AM Hamburg Harburg0 transfersDirect

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Deutsche Bahn as well as metronom or FlixTrain offer trains services from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg.
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of metronom or FlixTrain to find the best option for your trip from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg

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Trains from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:11, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 1h 4m.

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 €6
Distance
121 km
Average train duration
1h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
1h 4m
First train
3:11 AM
Last train
9:40 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
21 days
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 €6

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom, FlixTrain from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom, FlixTrain trains will get you between Hanover Hbf and Hamburg Harburg from €6. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 8m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€7
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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

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
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 metronom Duration
1h 49m
Cheapest metronom Price
€29
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 Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg 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 Hamburg Harburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg is €30; 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 Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg is 1h 4m to travel the 121 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 Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg leaves at 3:11 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg leaves at 9:40 PM.
Yes,there are 8 direct trains a day from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg with Deutsche Bahn, metronom. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, metronom, FlixTrain for the best way to get you to Hamburg Harburg. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Hanover Hbf and Hamburg Harburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Hamburg Harburg from Hanover Hbf is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 4m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hanover Hbf and Hamburg Harburg including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg

Most Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Harburg trains use the Hannover Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Hanover Hbf and Hamburg Harburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Hanover
Arrival train stations in Hamburg
Hannover HbfErnst-August-Platz 1, 30159, Hannover, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hannover Hbf from Hanover city centre

Bus120 · 10m · every ~10 min
170, 700, 500, 300 · 12m · every ~35 min

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.

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