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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover to Düsseldorf
Cheapest price on Oct 16
€21
Average ticket price on Oct 16
€89
Fastest journey on Oct 16
2 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
2 h 36 m
Trains on Oct 16
15
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Düsseldorf will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
On Fri, Oct 16, we found 15 trains from Hanover to Düsseldorf, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 16 the direct trains cover the 240 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
On Fri, Oct 16 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.
FlixTrain10:23 AM3h00Hanover Hbf1:23 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€211One-way0 transfers- FlixTrain6:23 PM3h01Hanover Hbf9:24 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€311One-way0 transfers
- FlixTrain2:23 PM2h57Hanover Hbf5:20 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€351One-way0 transfers
IC 2044 · 200769:40 AM3h06Hanover Hbf12:46 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€621One-way1 transfer- IC 2442 · 200925:40 PM3h06Hanover Hbf8:46 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€751One-way1 transfer
- ICE 9549:31 AM2h33Hanover Hbf12:04 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€761One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8565:31 PM2h34Hanover Hbf8:05 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€1381One-way0 transfers
- ICE 654 · 264148:40 AM2h38Hanover Hbf11:18 AMDüsseldorf Hbf€871One-way1 transfer
- ICE 652 · 2641810:40 AM2h38Hanover Hbf1:18 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€1481One-way1 transfer
- ICE 558 · 264262:40 PM2h38Hanover Hbf5:18 PMDüsseldorf Hbf€1481One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover to Düsseldorf
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Trains from Hanover to Düsseldorf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 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 23m.
Distance 240 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Hanover to Düsseldorf train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Düsseldorf trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 654 · 26414 | On time 8:40 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h38 | 11:18 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 954 | On time 9:31 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h33 | 12:04 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2044 · 20076 | On time 9:40 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h06 | 12:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 10:23 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h00 | 1:23 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 652 · 26418 | On time 10:40 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h38 | 1:18 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2046 · 20080 | On time 11:40 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h06 | 2:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2048 · 20084 | On time 1:40 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h06 | 4:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 2:23 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h57 | 5:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 558 · 26426 | On time 2:40 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h38 | 5:18 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 556 · 26430 | On time 4:40 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h38 | 7:18 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 856 | On time 5:31 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h34 | 8:05 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2442 · 20092 | On time 5:40 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h06 | 8:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 6:23 PM Hanover Hbf | 3h01 | 9:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 544 | On time 6:31 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h49 | 9:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 554 · 26434 | On time 6:40 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h38 | 9:18 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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
WestfalenBahn
FAQs: Trains from Hanover to Düsseldorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hanover to Düsseldorf
Most Hanover to Düsseldorf trains use the Hannover Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hanover station do trains to Düsseldorf leave from?
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, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB from Hanover city centre
Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB is 1 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB train station facilities and services
Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains from Hanover arrive at?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Most popular train connections from Hanover
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