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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
86
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 86 trains that leave Hanover for Frankfurt am Main on Wed, Jul 15, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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 12714:51 AM3h42Hanover Hbf8:33 AMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen€231One-way0 transfers- ICE 12714:51 AM3h23Hanover Hbf8:14 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€231One-way0 transfers
- IC 2446 · ICE 209 · ICE 8279:40 PM7h08Hanover Hbf4:48 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€231One-way2 transfers
- ICE 798:53 PM4h04Hanover Hbf12:57 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€231One-way0 transfers
- IC 2446 · ICE 209 · ICE 8279:40 PM6h56Hanover Hbf4:36 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€231One-way2 transfers
- ICE 2517 · ICE 3719:53 AM2h51Hanover Hbf12:44 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€1121One-way1 transfer
- ICE 579 · ICE 37311:53 AM2h51Hanover Hbf2:44 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€1121One-way1 transfer
- ICE 2511 · ICE 3751:53 PM2h51Hanover Hbf4:44 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€1121One-way1 transfer
- ICE 777 · ICE 6777:53 PM2h51Hanover Hbf10:44 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€301One-way1 transfer
- ICE 781 · 45095:27 AM3h02Hanover Hbf8:29 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€511One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Hanover to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main 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 56m. 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 €107.
Distance: 261 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€71 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €142 Average price |
3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hanover to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 581 · 4513 · S8 | Delayed 4:29 AM 6:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h32 | 9:59 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 581 · 4513 | Delayed 4:29 AM 6:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h06 | 9:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 581 · ICE 728 | Delayed 4:29 AM 6:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h52 | 10:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 71 | Delayed 4:56 AM 6:53 AMHanover Hbf | 3h19 | 10:12 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 71 · S9 | Delayed 4:56 AM 6:53 AMHanover Hbf | 3h51 | 10:44 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 783 · ICE 726 | Delayed 5:29 AM 7:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h52 | 11:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 783 · 4515 | Delayed 5:29 AM 7:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h06 | 10:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 783 · 4515 · S8 | Delayed 5:29 AM 7:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h32 | 10:59 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 575 · S9 | Delayed 5:57 AM 7:54 AMHanover Hbf | 3h50 | 11:44 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 575 | Delayed 5:57 AM 7:54 AMHanover Hbf | 3h20 | 11:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 583 · 4517 | Delayed 6:29 AM 8:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h06 | 11:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 583 · ICE 724 | Delayed 6:29 AM 8:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h52 | 12:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 583 · 4517 · S8 | Delayed 6:29 AM 8:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h32 | 11:59 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 644 · ICE 625 | On time 8:31 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h08 | 12:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 5 · S9 | Delayed 6:55 AM 8:53 AMHanover Hbf | 3h51 | 12:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 5 | Delayed 6:55 AM 8:53 AMHanover Hbf | 3h21 | 12:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 785 · ICE 722 | Delayed 7:29 AM 9:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h52 | 1:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 785 · 4519 | Delayed 7:29 AM 9:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h06 | 12:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 785 · 4519 · S8 | Delayed 7:29 AM 9:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h32 | 12:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 2517 | On time 9:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h21 | 1:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 2517 · ICE 371 | On time 9:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h51 | 12:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 585 · 4521 | Delayed 8:29 AM 10:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h06 | 1:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 585 · 4521 | Delayed 8:29 AM 10:27 AMHanover Hbf | 3h06 | 1:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
 FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 11:55 AM Hanover Hbf | 8h05 | 8:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
| IC 60471 | 12:30 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h58 | 4:28 AM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 60471+ 24600 | 12:30 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h19 | 4:49 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1271 | 4:51 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h42 | 8:33 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1271 | 4:51 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h23 | 8:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 781 · ICE 820 | On time 5:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h52 | 9:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 781 · 4509 | 5:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h02 | 8:29 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 781 · 4509 · S8 | 5:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h32 | 8:59 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 2513 · S9 | On time 5:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h51 | 9:44 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2513 | On time 5:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 3h21 | 9:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main
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Trains from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hanover and Frankfurt am Main 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
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main
Most Hanover to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Hannover Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hanover station do trains to Frankfurt am Main 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-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.
Getting to Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee from Hanover city centre
Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee is 5 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee train station facilities and services
Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee 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: Brela, Ginkgo, TRIO Ristorantino Eiscafe und Bar, Alte Mühle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee. ATMs are available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee. Information desks are available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains from Hanover arrive at?
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.
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