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Compare train and bus for Frankfurt to Hanover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €50.
Distance: 162 miles (262 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€50 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration 10h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Frankfurt to Hanover trains with Omio?
Deutsche Bahn operates all train services from Frankfurt to Hanover. Omio is the only official third party seller for Deutsche Bahn tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Frankfurt to Hanover.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Deutsche Bahn tickets can only be bought on Omio or Deutsche Bahn's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Deutsche Bahn tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Deutsche Bahn tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Frankfurt to Hanover.
ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Frankfurt to Hanover
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Advantages
ComfortPrice-performanceStaffDisadvantages
ServiceI recently had the pleasure of travelling by train and I can only report good things. The train journey was a thoroughly enjoyable experience. The train's facilities were impressive. Very modern and comfortable seats as well as the availability of power sockets and free wifi made the journey extremely pleasant, and the service on board was excellent. The staff was always friendly and helpful. The cleanliness of the train deserves special mention, both the seats and the sanitary facilities were spotlessly clean, which greatly enhanced the sense of well-being during the journey and lastly, the value for money was excellent. The cost of the train journey was fair and justified. Overall, my train journey was an all-round positive experience. The journey time was reasonable and the train arrived at my destination on time, this allowed for smooth planning.
Advantages
Quiet and pleasant journeyOn timeDisadvantages
Unpleasant fellow travellersI recently took the Deutsche Bahn ICE train from Frankfurt to Hanover on business. The journey was quite pleasant overall and I arrived at my destination on time. What was noticeable were the unpleasant fellow passengers.
Loud and inconsiderate. But the train can do very little for that.
The staff, on the other hand, were friendly and courteous. The power sockets at the seat worked. Air conditioning was urgently needed on this day and worked well.
Advantages
StaffWIFIDisadvantages
PriceI took the ICE from Frankfurt to Hanover. The train arrived on time and travelled from Frankfurt to Hanover in about 3 hours and 15 minutes. The train was totally clean and well-maintained, the on-board staff were friendly and endeavoured to fulfil all the passengers' wishes. The sanitary facilities were partly clean, partly dirty. The prices on board were realistic. There was reasonable wifi and charging facilities for electrical appliances. The only thing I found a little too expensive was the price
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Very fastProblem-freeDisadvantages
NoneI was able to easily buy my ticket online and pay with Paypal, as well as reserve a seat, which surprised me a lot how easy it was. Once on the train, I quickly found my seat, which was comfortable and clean. The toilet complied with the guidelines and had all the materials. There was a coffee machine and wifi and electricity on the train. I really liked this train connection and I am happy to recommend it to others.
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A very pleasant experienceFast and trouble-freeDisadvantages
I had not had any problemsI booked an online ticket from Frankfurt to Hanover with the ICE 798.
The train arrived on time and there were no problems boarding.
The staff were present and were able to help me. My seat was very comfortable and clean, which I liked very much. In addition, the seats were adjustable and had an armrest and a comfortable headrest. The train made a clean impression, it smelled pleasant and there was enough daylight coming in.
The toilet was clean and had everything you needed to freshen up. The train also had a snack bar, which was well stocked. I liked this train connection very much, so I would like to recommend it to others.
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ComfortableRuns almost hourlyDisadvantages
Trip cancelledUnpunctualThe ICE was cancelled again. As there was no replacement train scheduled according to the app, I went to the counter, as I had already been at the station 3 hours before, luckily.
This allowed me to take a train earlier, but it was also delayed by 15-20 minutes.
But this time the ICE made up for the time well, so that we only had a delay of about 9 min. All was well.
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PriceDisadvantages
WCI took the train from Frankfurt to Hanover. The train arrived only a few minutes later. The seating was fine, the passengers who were on the train were very quiet. It was a very quiet and pleasant journey. Some of the sanitary facilities were not so clean. The one toilet was defective. Nevertheless, the train arrived on time and the on-board staff always tried to do their best.
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PriceI travelled by train from Frankfurt to Hanover. I travel a lot for work and like to take the ICE. The traffic jams on our motorways are increasing, so choosing to travel by ICE is an advantage. The train arrived on time, the journey was very pleasant and quiet. The staff were very helpful and friendly and the sanitary facilities were clean and smelled very fresh. The wifi on board is not the fastest, but you can still work with it. In summary, the stay in the ICE was very pleasant and therefore recommendable.
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The app works wonderfullyOn timeDisadvantages
A little too expensive for the rideI'm really not one who likes to travel by train, but I had to go to Hanover and two weeks later back to Frankfurt. I arrived. Thanks to the wifi on the train, the app worked stably; without it, you're screwed. The displays were correct and my train arrived almost on time. Almost 3 hours on this route is okay. The staff was friendly and they don't have it easy. The train had a snack machine so you could get something to nibble on during the journey. Unfortunately, there was no power source, so I couldn't charge my smartphone and had to access my power bank. The seats were comfortable enough and the toilet was reasonably clean. The train itself makes a decent impression and it was relatively clean. During the journey, you could wonderfully observe the landscape, so that the 3 hours flew by quickly. I can gladly recommend this train connection.
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Time passed very quickly on this trainDisadvantages
I have nothing to complain aboutFinding the track number was no problem, I could orientate myself immediately because everything was very well signposted and described. The booking of the online ticket also went smoothly. This journey from Frankfurt to Hanover was very pleasant and orderly. I had no wishes left unfulfilled, there was a snack bar as well as clean seats and a clean toilet. I really liked the punctuality of the train and the journey itself. I think I will use this connection more often in the future, as it is relatively fast and very pleasant for this price. I can recommend this connection as I personally liked it very much.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt to Hanover
GermanyGermany
Trains from Frankfurt to Hanover run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 21:14. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (262 km) distance in 2h 14m.
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 $35 (€28)
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 00:16 |
Last train 21:14 |
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 $35 (€28)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt to Hanover trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt and Hanover from $35 (€28). 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
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
$62 (€50)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
12 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.
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.
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.
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
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt to Hanover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt 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.
To fully explore Hanover's key attractions, museums, and gardens, spending 2 to 3 days is recommended.
The train from Frankfurt to Hanover takes 2h 14m and runs 12 per day.
Train ticket prices from Frankfurt to Hanover can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $62 (€50), while the average price is around $62 (€50).
The last train from Frankfurt to Hanover leaves at 9:14 PM.
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt to Hanover is by bus, with a cost of around $35 (€28).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Frankfurt to Hanover.
A day trip from Frankfurt to Hanover is not feasible as the travel time is 2h 14m. However, trains run frequently, with 12 trips per day, covering a distance of 162 miles (262 km).
The first train from Frankfurt to Hanover leaves at 12:16 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt to Hanover.
The train journey from Frankfurt to Hanover offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, featuring views of the Rhine River, rolling hills, and picturesque towns, providing a pleasant travel experience.
Yes, there is a direct train from Frankfurt to Hanover. This service operates 12 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
The distance by train from Frankfurt to Hanover is 162 miles (262 km).
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