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The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Hanover

Showing times and prices for Dec 05

Cheapest price

$71

Average price

$135

Fastest journey

6 h 16 m

Average duration

6 h 50 m

Trains per day

8

Distance

411 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Copenhagen to Hanover will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Copenhagen to Hanover without transferring at least once.

Deutsche BahnIC 161 · IC 5765 · RE 11187+Nordbahn EisenbahngesellschaftNBE 82197
03:50PM10h06
Copenhagen Central Station
01:56AMHanover Hbf
$711One-way
6 transfers
Deutsche BahnEC 399 · ICE 1081
04:22PM7h38
Copenhagen Central Station
12:00AMHanover Hbf
$911One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICL 43 · IC 5761 · RE 11179 · ICE 273
11:52AM7h46
Copenhagen Central Station
07:38PMHanover Hbf
$1431One-way
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 145 · IC 5761 · RE 11179 · ICE 273
11:50AM7h48
Copenhagen Central Station
07:38PMHanover Hbf
$1431One-way
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnEC 397 · ICE 775
02:22PM6h16
Copenhagen Central Station
08:38PMHanover Hbf
$1461One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Copenhagen to Hanover

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €148.

Distance: 255 miles (411 km)

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€103

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€287

Average price

7h 30m

Average total duration

7h 0m

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8h 13m

Average total duration

7h 43m

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5h 16m

Average total duration

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2h 16m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

1.2 - 2.5kg

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Live departures

Copenhagen to Hanover train times

The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Hanover trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:54 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnEC 397 · ICE 775
On time
1:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station
6h16
7:38 PM Hanover Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnEC 399 · ICE 1081
On time
3:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station
7h38
11:00 PM Hanover Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnIC 169 · IC 5767 · RE 11191 · RE 11293
On time
4:50 PM Copenhagen Central Station
11h06
3:56 AM Hanover Hbf
4 transfers
deutsche_bahnICL 67 · IC 5767 · RE 11191 · RE 11293
On time
4:52 PM Copenhagen Central Station
11h04
3:56 AM Hanover Hbf
4 transfers
Friday, December 5
deutsche_bahnEC 393 · ICE 579
On time
7:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station
6h16
1:38 PM Hanover Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnIC 137 · IC 5759 · RE 11175 · ICE 1171
On time
8:50 AM Copenhagen Central Station
7h48
4:38 PM Hanover Hbf
3 transfers
deutsche_bahnEC 395 · ICE 7719:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station
6h16
3:38 PM Hanover Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahnIC 145 · IC 5761 · RE 11179 · ICE 273
On time
10:50 AM Copenhagen Central Station
7h48
6:38 PM Hanover Hbf
3 transfers
deutsche_bahnICL 43 · IC 5761 · RE 11179 · ICE 273
On time
10:52 AM Copenhagen Central Station
7h46
6:38 PM Hanover Hbf
3 transfers

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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,IC,RE,RB)?

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  • Multiple travel company options: While Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,IC,RE,RB) tickets can be bought on Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,IC,RE,RB)'s website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Metronom to help you choose the right option for your journey from Copenhagen to Hanover.
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Copenhagen to Hanover?

The best time to book your train from Copenhagen to Hanover is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Copenhagen to Hanover route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Hanover.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Hanover

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Trains from Copenhagen to Hanover run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 255 miles (411 km) distance in 6h 16m.

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 $30 (€24)
Distance
255 miles (411 km)
Average train duration
7h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
$52 (€42)
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
6h 16m
First train
00:04
Last train
23:57
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 $30 (€24)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Metronom from Copenhagen to Hanover trainsDeutsche Bahn, Metronom trains will get you between Copenhagen and Hanover from $30 (€24). 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
6h 16m
Cheapest Price
$57 (€46)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 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.
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

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
Metronom frequency
1 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

FAQs: Trains from Copenhagen to Hanover

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen 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.

FAQs
To fully explore Hanover's key attractions, museums, and gardens, spending 2 to 3 days is recommended.
A day trip from Copenhagen to Hanover is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 16m, covering 255 miles (411 km). Trains operate 6 times per day.
The train from Copenhagen to Hanover takes 6h 16m and runs 6 per day.
Train ticket prices from Copenhagen to Hanover can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $52 (€42), while the average price is around $128 (€103).
The train journey from Copenhagen to Hanover offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the beautiful landscapes of the Danish countryside and along parts of the Jutland Peninsula, providing passengers with picturesque views of rolling hills, quaint towns, and coastal vistas.
The last train from Copenhagen to Hanover leaves at 11:57 PM.
The cheapest way to get from Copenhagen to Hanover is by bus, with a cost of around $30 (€24).
The first train from Copenhagen to Hanover leaves at 12:04 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Copenhagen to Hanover.
The distance by train from Copenhagen to Hanover is 255 miles (411 km).
There is no direct train service currently available from Copenhagen to Hanover.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Copenhagen to Hanover.
The train station in Copenhagen that goes to Hanover is Copenhagen Central Station, which connects to Hanover Hbf.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Copenhagen to Hanover

Copenhagen
Hanover
The major train station for departures in Copenhagen is Dybboelsbro st. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dybboelsbro st for your trip from Copenhagen to Hanover.
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Amenities at train station
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Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
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Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
13
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
  • Tivoli Food Hall
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • DKK 5
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Astoria
  • Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
  • Hotel Ansgar
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
  • Hall 2: S-train platforms
  • Hall 3: Metro connections
Public transit options for København Hovedb.
  • Metro: Line M3, Line M4
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Rasoi - Indian Cuisine
  • Brasserie Storm
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • DKK 5
Hotel
Hotel
  • AC Hotel by Marriott Bella Sky Copenhagen
  • Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers
  • Cabinn Metro Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
  • Hall 2: Metro connections
Public transit options for Oerestad st
  • Metro: Line M1
  • Train: Regional trains
  • Bus: Several lines available

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