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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$171
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
363 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal 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 Rotterdam Centraal will cost around $171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
It's difficult to get from Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal without transferring at least once.
ICE 944 · 10126 · 20074 · IC 35489:31 AM5h13Hanover Hbf2:44 PMRotterdam Centraal$851One-way4 transfers- ICE 942 · 10134 · 20078 · IC 355611:31 AM5h13Hanover Hbf4:44 PMRotterdam Centraal$1111One-way4 transfers
- ICE 546 · ICE 224 · IC 28724:31 PM5h09Hanover Hbf9:40 PMRotterdam Centraal$1241One-way2 transfers
- ICE 148 · IC 20449:56 AM4h59Hanover Hbf2:55 PMRotterdam Centraal$1681One-way1 transfer
- ICE 146 · IC 285211:56 AM4h44Hanover Hbf4:40 PMRotterdam Centraal$1851One-way1 transfer
- ICE 146 · IC 285211:56 AM4h44Hanover Hbf4:40 PMRotterdam Centraal$1851One-way1 transfer
- ICE 148 · IC 28449:56 AM4h44Hanover Hbf2:40 PMRotterdam Centraal$2171One-way1 transfer
- ICE 142 · IC 28683:56 PM4h44Hanover Hbf8:40 PMRotterdam Centraal$1851One-way1 transfer
- ICE 144 · IC 28601:56 PM4h44Hanover Hbf6:40 PMRotterdam Centraal$1921One-way1 transfer
- ICE 148 · IC 20449:56 AM4h59Hanover Hbf2:55 PMRotterdam Centraal$1681One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $132.
Distance: 225 miles (363 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$105 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $336 Average price | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 34m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal:
A bus is $56 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal costing on average $105 (€86).
A bus is $287 (€235) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal costing on average $336 (€276).
Other travel options to Rotterdam Centraal take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 40m.
Flight takes on average 7h 34m.
Tickets start at around $105 (€86) compared to roughly $94 (€77) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.45 (€-9.40). The journey takes 4h 53m versus 4h 13m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal trains for today, Sunday, July 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1540 · IC 60402 · IC 622 · RE 4029 | Delayed 12:46 AM 2:46 AMHanover Hbf | 6h48 | 9:34 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1540 · ICE 222 · IC 2824 | Delayed 12:46 AM 2:46 AMHanover Hbf | 6h54 | 9:40 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, July 20 | |||||
| ICE 644 · ICE 128 · IC 2840 | On time 8:31 AM Hanover Hbf | 5h09 | 1:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 944 · 10126 · 20074 · IC 3548 | On time 9:31 AM Hanover Hbf | 5h13 | 2:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 148 · IC 2044 | On time 9:56 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h59 | 2:55 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 148 · IC 2844 | On time 9:56 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h44 | 2:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 642 · ICE 126 · IC 2848 | On time 10:31 AM Hanover Hbf | 5h09 | 3:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 942 · 10134 · 20078 · IC 3556 | On time 11:31 AM Hanover Hbf | 5h13 | 4:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 146 · IC 2852 | On time 11:56 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h44 | 4:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 640 · ICE 124 · IC 2856 | On time 12:31 PM Hanover Hbf | 5h09 | 5:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 144 · IC 2860 | On time 1:56 PM Hanover Hbf | 4h44 | 6:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 142 · IC 2868 | On time 3:56 PM Hanover Hbf | 4h44 | 8:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 546 · ICE 224 · IC 2872 | On time 4:31 PM Hanover Hbf | 5h09 | 9:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal
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Netherlands
Trains from Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 10:09. The fastest train covers the 225 miles (363 km) distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 225 miles (363 km) |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 5:21 AM |
Last train 10:09 AM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal trainsDeutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hanover Hbf and Rotterdam Centraal from $32 (€26). 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.
WestfalenBahn
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Hanover Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal
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