Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€90

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€90

Fastest journey on Sep 20

2 h 34 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

2 h 34 m

Trains on Sep 20

1

Distance

257 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf, including 1 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 257 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8:53 AM2h34
    Hanover Hbf
    11:27 AMHanau Hbf
    €901One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, while a flight costs an average of €171.

Distance: 159 miles (257 km)

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Train
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Flight
Bus
Driving

€75

Average price

€171

Average price

€34

Average price

Cheapest

€13

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 28m

Average total duration

1h 28m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 44m

Average total duration

6h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 12m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

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Lufthansa

Most popular airline

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf is a bus with an average price of €34.

This is compared to other travel options from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf:

A bus is €41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf costing on average €75.

A bus is €138 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf costing on average €171.

The fastest way to travel from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 28m.

Other travel options to Hanau Hbf take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 34m.

Bus takes on average 6h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hanover Hbf and Hanau Hbf including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 38m sooner (2h 34m by train vs 3h 12m by car). Tickets start at around €75 compared to roughly €13 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.

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.

Live departures

Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 583 · 4517
On time
8:25 AM Hanover Hbf
2h48
11:13 AM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 575 · 4512
On time
8:53 AM Hanover Hbf
2h51
11:44 AM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 785 · 4519
On time
9:25 AM Hanover Hbf
2h49
12:14 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnECE 5 · ICE 2559
On time
9:53 AM Hanover Hbf
2h34
12:27 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 585 · 4521
On time
10:25 AM Hanover Hbf
2h48
1:13 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 577 · 4516
On time
10:53 AM Hanover Hbf
2h51
1:44 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 787 · 4523
On time
11:27 AM Hanover Hbf
2h46
2:13 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 73 · ICE 2533
On time
11:53 AM Hanover Hbf
2h34
2:27 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 587 · 4525
On time
12:27 PM Hanover Hbf
2h46
3:13 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 579 · 4520
On time
12:53 PM Hanover Hbf
2h51
3:44 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 789 · 4527
On time
1:27 PM Hanover Hbf
2h47
4:14 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 7 · ICE 2535
On time
1:53 PM Hanover Hbf
2h34
4:27 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 589 · 4529
On time
2:27 PM Hanover Hbf
2h46
5:13 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 771 · 4528
On time
2:53 PM Hanover Hbf
2h51
5:44 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 881 · 4531
On time
3:27 PM Hanover Hbf
2h46
6:13 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 2375
On time
4:01 PM Hanover Hbf
2h33
6:34 PM Hanau Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2375 · ICE 2537
On time
4:01 PM Hanover Hbf
2h26
6:27 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 681 · 4533
On time
4:25 PM Hanover Hbf
2h48
7:13 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 773 · ICE 995 · 15536
On time
4:53 PM Hanover Hbf
3h16
8:09 PM Hanau Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 773 · 15536
On time
4:53 PM Hanover Hbf
3h16
8:09 PM Hanau Hbf		1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf

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Trains from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 07:53. The fastest train covers the 159 miles (257 km) distance in 2h 4m.

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 €18
Distance
159 miles (257 km)
Average train duration
2h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
€28
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
2h 4m
First train
6:27 AM
Last train
7:53 AM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 €18

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Regional from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Regional trains will get you between Hanover Hbf and Hanau Hbf from €18. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
2h 4m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€28
Deutsche Bahn frequency
16 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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

Regional

About
The term "Regional" can refer to different train companies and services depending on the country. In Germany, "Regionalbahn" (RB) is a type of local passenger train that typically stops at all stations on a given line, connecting cities to their surrounding areas. Many RB trains are operated by DB Regio, a division of Deutsche Bahn, but other companies also run these services.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regional Duration
3h 32m
Cheapest Regional Price
€73
Regional frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type and conditions
Refund
Full refund if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

FAQs: Trains from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover Hbf to Hanau 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 Hanau Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €28, while the average price is around €75.
The train from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf takes 2h 4m and runs 10 per day.
The first train from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf leaves at 6:27 AM.
The distance by train from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf is 159 miles (257 km).
The last train from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf leaves at 7:53 AM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf is by bus, with a cost of around €18.
The journey from Hannover Hbf to Hanau Hbf offers a blend of urban and rural landscapes, passing through regions with picturesque countryside views, charming small towns, and stretches of forested areas, providing a scenic experience for travelers.
A day trip from Hannover Hbf to Hanau Hbf is not feasible, as the travel time is 2h 4m, exceeding the 120-minute limit. Trains run 13 times per day over a distance of 159 miles (257 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf.
Since both Hanover Hbf and Hanau Hbf are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Hanau Hbf include Nuremberg, Cologne, Fulda, Heidelberg, Göttingen.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf

Most Hanover Hbf to Hanau Hbf trains use the Hannover Hbf to Hanau Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Hanover Hbf and Hanau Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Hanover
Arrival train stations in Hanau
Hannover HbfErnst-August-Platz 1, 30159, Hannover, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hannover Hbf from Hanover city centre

Bus120 · 10m · every ~10 min
170, 700, 500, 300 · 12m · every ~35 min

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.

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