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Landesmuseum Hannover
One of Germany's leading art museums, spanning medieval works to modern masters. A major stop for painting, sculpture, and temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$72
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$120
Fastest journey on Aug 30
5 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
5 h 31 m
Trains on Aug 30
23
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Hanover will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 23 trains from Amsterdam to Hanover, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct trains cover the 329 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest trains will take 5 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.
ICE 143
ICE 141
IC 2757 · ICE 241
IC 3157 · ICE 241
IC 2741 · ICE 147
ICE 143
ICE 141
IC 3133 · ICE 145
IC 3141 · ICE 147
IC 3149 · ICE 149Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, while a flight costs an average of $345.
Distance: 204 miles (329 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $345 Average price | $88 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Hanover:
A bus is $45 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Hanover costing on average $86 (€70).
A bus is $304 (€247) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Hanover costing on average $345 (€280).
Other travel options to Hanover take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 4m.
Bus takes on average 5h 32m.
Tickets start at around $86 (€70) compared to roughly $88 (€72) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€2). The journey takes 5h 4m versus 4h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Hanover trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 127 · 31266 · ICE 643 | On time 2:33 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h55 | 7:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2757 · ICE 241 | Delayed 3:39 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h22 | 6:04 PM 6:04 PMHanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3157 · ICE 241 | Delayed 3:41 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 4h20 | 6:04 PM 6:04 PMHanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 129 · 31270 · ICE 645 | On time 4:33 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h55 | 9:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2765 · ICE 243 | On time 5:39 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h22 | 10:01 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3165 · ICE 243 | On time 5:41 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 4h20 | 10:01 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3065 · IC 1767 · 20385+ 95839 | 5:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h56 | 11:50 PM Hanover Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 765 · RE RS23 · 20385+ 95839 | 6:11 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 5h39 | 11:50 PM Hanover Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 221 · 26735 · S5 | On time 6:33 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 6h30 | 1:03 AM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3069 · IC 1771 · 20387 · Bus S1 | 6:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 8h00 | 2:54 AM Hanover Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 769 · RE RS23 · 20387 · Bus S1 | 7:11 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h43 | 2:54 AM Hanover Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 3075 · S3 · ICE 1541+ 20041 | 8:24 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 6h35 | 2:59 AM Hanover Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3575 · IC 3075 · S3 · ICE 1541 | 8:26 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 6h33 | 2:59 AM Hanover Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
IC 789 · RE RS23 · 20359 · 14561 | 12:11 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 11h15 | 11:26 AM Hanover Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 141 | On time 5:45 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h34 | 11:19 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 121 · ICE 847 | On time 6:40 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h47 | 12:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 143 | On time 7:43 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h05 | 12:48 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 725 · RE RS23 · 20365 · 14567 | 8:11 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 6h12 | 2:23 PM Hanover Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 725 · 37934 · Bus 72070 · IC 2431 | On time 8:11 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h02 | 3:13 PM Hanover Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2933 · ICE 145 | On time 9:39 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h40 | 3:19 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3133 · ICE 145 | On time 9:41 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 5h38 | 3:19 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3033 · IC 1735 · 20369 · 14571 | 9:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 6h29 | 4:23 PM Hanover Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 733 · RE RS23 · 20369 · 14571 | 10:11 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 6h12 | 4:23 PM Hanover Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 123 · ICE 941 | On time 10:31 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h56 | 4:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2741 · ICE 147 | On time 11:39 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h40 | 5:19 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3141 · ICE 147 | On time 11:41 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 5h38 | 5:19 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3041 · IC 1743 · 20373 · 14575 | 11:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 6h29 | 6:23 PM Hanover Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 741 · RE RS23 · 20373 · 14575 | 12:11 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 6h12 | 6:23 PM Hanover Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 125 · ICE 943 | On time 12:33 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h55 | 6:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2749 · ICE 149 | On time 1:39 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h40 | 7:19 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 3149 · ICE 149 | On time 1:41 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 5h38 | 7:19 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Amsterdam to Hanover run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 204 miles (329 km) distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 204 miles (329 km) |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Hanover — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hanover trip today.
One of Germany's leading art museums, spanning medieval works to modern masters. A major stop for painting, sculpture, and temporary exhibitions.
Excellent museum for modern and contemporary art with strong temporary shows. Worth visiting for its focused collection and striking architecture.
Museum in Hanover's old mint building covering local history from the Middle Ages onward. A useful introduction to the city's development.
Baroque garden ensemble with fountains, hedges, and formal design. Hanover's signature outdoor attraction and one of Europe's finest historic gardens.
Large urban lake with walking and cycling routes, boat rentals, and broad water views. A local favorite for recreation in all seasons.
Historic old town quarter with half-timbered buildings, churches, and lanes. Best area for experiencing Hanover's rebuilt medieval character.
A coarse pork sausage from Lower Saxony, traditionally served with kale or potatoes. It is a regional winter favorite in Hanover and nearby areas.
Hearty braised kale, often cooked with onions and sausage. A classic cold-season dish across Hanover and Lower Saxony with strong local roots.
A baked sheet cake topped with plums and streusel. It is a beloved northern German home-style cake often enjoyed in Hanover with afternoon coffee.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in central Hanover, known for refined modern cuisine, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Established fine-dining restaurant in Hanover with seasonal menus, elegant plating, and a calm upscale atmosphere.
Historic traditional restaurant by the old town market hall, serving classic Lower Saxon dishes and local beer in a rustic setting.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, but central stays and trade fair periods raise prices.
Service is included, but rounding up is standard. Tip restaurants about 5-10%, taxis by rounding up, and cafes by leaving small change.
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Hanover Hbf -> Kröpcke, Hanover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam 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.

Most Amsterdam to Hanover trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Hannover Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Hanover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
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 options include: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB is 1 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
ATMs are available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
Available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Öz Antalya Kebap, Ricklinger Döner, China-Imbiss Jasmin, Coimbra
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. ATMs are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Information desks are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
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