The cheapest and fastest trainsfrom Düsseldorf to HanoverShowing times and prices for Jul 14
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
2h 40m
Average duration
2h 46m
Trains per day
11
Distance
239 km
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Düsseldorf to Hanover train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Hanover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 39m. 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 $13, and a flight costs an average of $159.
Distance: 149 miles (240 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $464 Average price | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Düsseldorf to Hanover:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Hanover costing on average $30 (€25).
A bus is $443 (€365) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Hanover costing on average $464 (€383).
Other travel options to Hanover take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 44m.
Flight takes on average 3h 52m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Hanover train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Hanover 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixTrain | 8:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h14 | 11:52 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
 ICE 545 | Delayed 7:01 AM 8:49 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 2h41 | 9:32 AM 9:32 AMHanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 847 | On time 9:49 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h41 | 12:30 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 547 | On time 10:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h42 | 1:30 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 849 | On time 11:50 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 2:30 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 549 | On time 12:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h42 | 3:30 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 941 | On time 1:50 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 4:30 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 641 | On time 2:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h42 | 5:30 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 943 | On time 3:50 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 6:30 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h03 | 7:41 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 643 | On time 4:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h42 | 7:30 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
| IC 2206 · ICE 1545 | On time 8:12 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h49 | 11:01 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1916 · ICE 1545 | On time 8:12 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h49 | 11:01 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Düsseldorf to Hanover
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NonePunctualityReliabilityFullShort travel timePunctualityCleanlinessNoneCO2 ArmQuickCosyUnpunctualOn timeQuickNoneEnough legroomSeatsA little bit lateToiletsStaffWIFIPunctualitySeatsVolumePriceToiletsStaffSeatsVolumeWIFIWifi and socketsAir conditioningPunctualityNoneEquipment of the trainPersonnelHygienePassenger densityPossibly the priceJourney information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Hanover
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Hanover run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) 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 149 miles (240 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 149 miles (240 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Düsseldorf to Hanover trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Hanover from $9 (€8). 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 Düsseldorf to Hanover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Hanover
Most Düsseldorf to Hanover trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Hannover Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Hanover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Hanover leave from?
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.
Which Hanover station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
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-Nordstadt from Hanover city centre
Hannover-Nordstadt is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Nordstadt train station facilities and services
Hannover-Nordstadt 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: Werkhof Restaurant, Hashigo Sushi, Asia Imbiss Kok, Klitsche
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Nordstadt. ATMs are available at Hannover-Nordstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Nordstadt. Information desks are available at Hannover-Nordstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Nordstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hannover-Nordstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hannover-Nordstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Nordstadt.
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