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Sprengel Museum Hannover
Major modern and contemporary art museum with strong German 20th-century collections, including notable works by Klee, Kurt Schwitters, and Niki de Saint Phalle.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Duisburg to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Duisburg to Hanover will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 3 trains that leave Duisburg for Hanover on Wed, Jul 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 08 the direct trains cover the 229 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 50 m .
On Wed, Jul 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 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 $14, and a flight costs an average of $181.
Distance: 142 miles (229 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $454 Average price | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg 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 Duisburg to Hanover:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg to Hanover costing on average $25 (€20).
A bus is $433 (€356) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Duisburg to Hanover costing on average $454 (€373).
Other travel options to Hanover take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 56m.
Flight takes on average 3h 37m.
The journey is about 29m faster (2h 39m by train vs 3h 8m by car) and roughly $24 (€20) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($25 (€20) vs $48 (€40)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Duisburg to Hanover trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:51 AM Duisburg | 2h50 | 9:41 AM Hanover | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:44 AM Duisburg | 2h58 | 10:42 AM Hanover | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:51 AM Duisburg | 2h50 | 10:41 AM Hanover | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Duisburg to Hanover run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 142 miles (229 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 12:16 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
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Hanover Hbf, Hanover -> Kröpcke, Hanover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg 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 Duisburg to Hanover trains use the Duisburg Hbf to Hannover Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Use this guide to compare Duisburg and Hanover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Duisburg 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: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
Rheinhausen is 5 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Rheinhausen 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: Arcadas Grill, Mykonos Grill Pizzeria, Eis-Café Romeo, Tor 6
Wi-Fi is available at Rheinhausen. ATMs are available at Rheinhausen.
Ticket office support is available at Rheinhausen. Information desks are available at Rheinhausen.
Luggage storage is available at Rheinhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rheinhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rheinhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rheinhausen.
Nearby hotels include Belweder.
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-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.
Hannover-Vinnhorst is 6 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Vinnhorst 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: Trocadero, Sportlertreff, Kervan Döner, Café Engelke
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Vinnhorst. ATMs are available at Hannover-Vinnhorst.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Vinnhorst. Information desks are available at Hannover-Vinnhorst.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Vinnhorst. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover-Vinnhorst: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover-Vinnhorst: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Vinnhorst.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mecklenheide.
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