- Must visit
Residenzmuseum im Celler Schloss
Museum inside Celle Castle presenting ducal life, interiors, and state rooms. The best place to understand Celle’s courtly history.
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Celle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Celle will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 14 trains that leave Hanover for Celle on Fri, Aug 14, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 27 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.
ICE 778
ICE 574
ICE 776
S6
S7
ICE 778
ICE 776
ICE 574
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82844Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Celle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€20 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Celle take longer:
Bus takes on average 31m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (28m by train vs 46m by car). Tickets start at around €20 compared to roughly €6 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, metronom, DB Bus, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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 Hanover to Celle trains for tomorrow, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S6 | 6:41 AM Hanover Hbf | 0h35 | 7:16 AM Celle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 778 | On time 7:08 AM Hanover Hbf | 0h18 | 7:26 AM Celle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
82864 | 7:40 AM Hanover Hbf | 0h27 | 8:07 AM Celle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S6 | 7:41 AM Hanover Hbf | 0h35 | 8:16 AM Celle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S7 | 8:04 AM Hanover Hbf | 0h45 | 8:49 AM Celle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
82816 | 8:40 AM Hanover Hbf | 0h27 | 9:07 AM Celle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S6 | 8:41 AM Hanover Hbf | 0h35 | 9:16 AM Celle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 776 | On time 9:08 AM Hanover Hbf | 0h19 | 9:27 AM Celle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
82868 | 9:40 AM Hanover Hbf | 0h27 | 10:07 AM Celle station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hanover to Celle run on average 9 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 17m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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Discover the best of Celle — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Celle trip today.
Museum inside Celle Castle presenting ducal life, interiors, and state rooms. The best place to understand Celle’s courtly history.
Regional cultural history museum with folk art, town history, and reconstructed interiors. One of Celle’s most important museums.
Major collection of works by Eberhard Schlotter in a historic house. A strong choice for figurative art in central Celle.
Picturesque old town with hundreds of timber-framed houses, boutiques, and lanes. The essential area for strolling and photography.
Elegant baroque park laid out for the court. Ideal for walking, seasonal flowers, and visits to nearby royal monuments.
Central square framed by historic buildings and lively town life. A natural starting point for exploring the old center.
Hearty kale stew from Lower Saxony, traditionally cooked with onions and sausage or pork. A classic cold-season dish widely eaten around Celle.
Lightly pickled herring in a sweet-sour marinade with onion and spices. A North German staple often served with potatoes.
Braised beef roulade filled with bacon, onion, mustard, and pickles. Popular in Lower Saxony home cooking and festive Sunday meals.
Established upscale venue serving refined German and seasonal cuisine in an elegant setting near Celle's historic center.
Historic traditional restaurant in Celle's old town known for regional German dishes and a cozy half-timbered atmosphere.
Well-known brewery restaurant with house beers, hearty regional plates, and a lively casual atmosphere in the old town.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually below big-city prices, while local transit and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
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Celle Bahnhof -> Celle Altstadt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Celle 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 Celle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hanover to Celle trains use the Hannover Hbf to Celle station pair. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Celle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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 Anderten-Misburg is 8 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover Anderten-Misburg 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: Aioli, Alter Bahnhof Anderten, Schützenhaus Anderten, Eiscafe Cortina da Stella
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover Anderten-Misburg. ATMs are available at Hannover Anderten-Misburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Anderten-Misburg. Information desks are available at Hannover Anderten-Misburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover Anderten-Misburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover Anderten-Misburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover Anderten-Misburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Anderten-Misburg.
Celle is 1 km from Celle city centre. Public transport options include:
Celle 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: Zimmermann, Cafe Frau Amboss, Döner Treff, Cappuccino-Bar
Wi-Fi is available at Celle. ATMs are available at Celle.
Ticket office support is available at Celle. Information desks are available at Celle.
Luggage storage is available at Celle. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Celle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Celle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Celle.
Nearby hotels include Hesse Hotel, Althoff Hotel Fürstenhof Celle.
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