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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Hanover will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Wed, Nov 11, we found 17 trains from Dortmund to Hanover, including 13 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 11 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Wed, Nov 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.
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Trains from Dortmund to Hanover run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 12:28 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dortmund to Hanover.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Hanover trains for today, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 2049 | Delayed 11:36 AM 12:28 PMDortmund Hbf | 1h52 | 1:22 PM 1:22 PMHanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 849 | Delayed 12:47 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1h41 | 1:30 PM 1:30 PMHanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
89719 · ICE 559 | On time 12:55 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h24 | 3:19 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 549 | On time 1:46 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1h42 | 3:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2047 | On time 2:28 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1h52 | 4:20 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 941 | On time 2:47 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1h41 | 4:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
89723 · ICE 651 | On time 2:55 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h24 | 5:19 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 641 | On time 3:47 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1h41 | 5:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2045 | On time 4:28 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1h52 | 6:20 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 943 | On time 4:47 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1h41 | 6:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1055 | On time 4:56 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h05 | 7:01 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 643 | On time 5:47 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1h41 | 7:28 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2043 | On time 6:27 PM Dortmund Hbf | 1h53 | 8:20 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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ICE 541 | On time 5:44 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1h44 | 7:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2445 | On time 6:28 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1h52 | 8:20 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 843 | On time 6:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1h43 | 8:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
89707 · ICE 553 | On time 6:55 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2h24 | 9:19 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 543 | On time 7:48 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1h40 | 9:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2443 | On time 8:28 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1h51 | 10:19 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 845 | On time 8:46 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1h42 | 10:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
89711 · ICE 555 | On time 8:55 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2h24 | 11:19 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 9:32 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2h09 | 11:41 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 545 | On time 9:47 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1h41 | 11:28 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2441 | On time 10:28 AM Dortmund Hbf | 1h52 | 12:20 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 847 | Delayed 9:46 AM 10:45 AMDortmund Hbf | 1h42 | 11:28 AM 11:28 AMHanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
89715 · ICE 557 | On time 10:55 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2h24 | 1:19 PM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 547 | Delayed 10:47 AM 11:45 AMDortmund Hbf | 1h41 | 12:28 PM 12:28 PMHanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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Most Dortmund to Hanover trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Hannover Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Hanover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dortmund 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: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
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 Karl-Wiechert-Allee is 5 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Brela, Ginkgo, TRIO Ristorantino Eiscafe und Bar, Alte Mühle
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee. ATMs are available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee. Information desks are available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee.
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