- Must visit
Städel Museum
Major fine art museum with works from Old Masters to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
Cheapest price
$126
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hannover Messe/Laatzen station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hannover Messe/Laatzen station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hannover Messe/Laatzen station for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 258 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 44 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 Hannover Messe/Laatzen station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $155.
Distance: 160 miles (258 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$127 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $297 Average price | $2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hannover Messe/Laatzen station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
A bus is $95 (€78) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hannover Messe/Laatzen station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $127 (€104).
A bus is $265 (€217) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hannover Messe/Laatzen station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $297 (€243).
Other travel options to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 33m.
Bus takes on average 4h 10m.
You'll arrive about 30m sooner (2h 33m by train vs 3h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $127 (€104) compared to roughly $2 (€2) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hannover Messe/Laatzen station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:41 AM Hannover Messe/Laatzen station | 2h15 | 9:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Hannover Messe/Laatzen station | 2h44 | 2:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hannover Messe/Laatzen station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (258 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 160 miles (258 km) |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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Prices are high by German standards, especially near the station and city center, but supermarkets and casual eateries help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and for hotel staff.
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Frankfurt (Main) Hbf -> Hauptwache, Frankfurt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hannover Messe/Laatzen station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hannover Messe/Laatzen station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains use the Hannover Messe/Laatzen to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Hannover Messe/Laatzen station and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hannover Messe/Laatzen 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: FalafelTime, Adraitic, Gartenhaus, Firat Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover Messe/Laatzen. ATMs are available at Hannover Messe/Laatzen.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Messe/Laatzen. Information desks are available at Hannover Messe/Laatzen.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover Messe/Laatzen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover Messe/Laatzen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover Messe/Laatzen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Messe/Laatzen.
Nearby hotels include Tulip Inn, Opal, Haus Apportin, Adriatic.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) 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: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
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