Hanover to Detmold train with Deutsche Bahn

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover to Detmold

Showing times and prices for Jun 23

Cheapest price

$55

Average price

$55

Fastest journey

2 h 49 m

Average duration

2 h 49 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

76 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Hanover to Detmold will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Hanover for Detmold on Tue, Jun 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jun 23 the direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .

On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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
    7:09 AM2h49
    Hanover
    9:58 AMDetmold
    $551One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train for Hanover to Detmold

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Detmold among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $32.

Distance: 47 miles (76 km)

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Driving

$50

Average price

Cheapest

$17

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 44m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Detmold is a train with an average price of $50 (€41).
The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Detmold is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 4m.

Other travel options to Detmold take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 26m.

Yes, you can take a train between Hanover and Detmold.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hanover to Detmold 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 18m sooner (1h 26m by train vs 1h 44m by car). Tickets start at around $50 (€41) compared to roughly $17 (€14) 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 to Detmold train times

The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Detmold trains for today, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn90653+WestfalenBahn958248:13 AM Hanover Hbf
1h45
9:58 AM Detmold station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 644 · 79346
On time
8:31 AM Hanover Hbf
1h49
10:20 AM Detmold station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1548 · 90655
On time
8:56 AM Hanover Hbf
2h02
10:58 AM Detmold station		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn52278 · 90655+WestfalenBahn957749:12 AM Hanover Hbf
1h46
10:58 AM Detmold station2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 2044 · 79348
On time
9:40 AM Hanover Hbf
1h40
11:20 AM Detmold station		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn90657+WestfalenBahn9582610:13 AM Hanover Hbf
1h45
11:58 AM Detmold station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 642 · 79350
On time
10:31 AM Hanover Hbf
1h49
12:20 PM Detmold station		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn52280 · 90659+WestfalenBahn9577611:13 AM Hanover Hbf
1h45
12:58 PM Detmold station2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 2046 · 79352
On time
11:40 AM Hanover Hbf
1h40
1:20 PM Detmold station		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn90661+WestfalenBahn9582812:13 PM Hanover Hbf
1h45
1:58 PM Detmold station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 640 · 79354
On time
12:31 PM Hanover Hbf
1h49
2:20 PM Detmold station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1546 · 90663
On time
12:56 PM Hanover Hbf
2h02
2:58 PM Detmold station		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn52282 · 90663+WestfalenBahn957781:05 PM Hanover Hbf
1h53
2:58 PM Detmold station2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 2048 · 79356
On time
1:40 PM Hanover Hbf
1h40
3:20 PM Detmold station		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn90665+WestfalenBahn958302:13 PM Hanover Hbf
1h45
3:58 PM Detmold station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 548 · 79358
On time
2:31 PM Hanover Hbf
1h49
4:20 PM Detmold station		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn52284 · 90667+WestfalenBahn957803:13 PM Hanover Hbf
1h45
4:58 PM Detmold station2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 2440 · 79360
On time
3:40 PM Hanover Hbf
1h40
5:20 PM Detmold station		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn90669+WestfalenBahn958324:13 PM Hanover Hbf
1h45
5:58 PM Detmold station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 546 · 79362
On time
4:31 PM Hanover Hbf
1h49
6:20 PM Detmold station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1544 · 90671
On time
4:56 PM Hanover Hbf
2h02
6:58 PM Detmold station		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn52286 · 90671+WestfalenBahn957825:13 PM Hanover Hbf
1h45
6:58 PM Detmold station2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hanover to Detmold

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Trains from Hanover to Detmold run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 1h 40m.

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
Distance
47 miles (76 km)
Average train duration
1h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
$32 (€26)
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
1h 40m
First train
12:02 AM
Last train
11:02 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
1 day
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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn, DB Bus, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hanover to Detmold trainsDeutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn, DB Bus, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hanover and Detmold from $32 (€26). 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
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
$32 (€26)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 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

WestfalenBahn

About
WestfalenBahn is a train company offering regional trains in Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia in Northern Germany. Founded in 2005, it has been owned by Abellio Deutschland since 2017. WestfahlenBahn covers the RE15, RE60 and RE70 regional train routes serving cities like Emden, Braunschweig, Hanover, Münster and Bielefeld.
Luggage & cancellation policy
WestfalenBahn frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Learn more about WestfalenBahn

DB Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
DB Bus frequency
1 a day

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 37m
Cheapest Price
$51 (€42)
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
24 a day

FAQs: Trains from Hanover to Detmold

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

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Hanover to Detmold can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $32 (€26), while the average price is around $50 (€41).
The train from Hanover to Detmold takes 1h 40m and runs 9 per day.
The distance by train from Hanover to Detmold is 47 miles (76 km).
The first train from Hanover to Detmold leaves at 12:02 AM.
The last train from Hanover to Detmold leaves at 11:02 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Hanover to Detmold.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Hanover to Detmold.
The train station in Hanover that goes to Detmold is Hanover Hbf, which connects to Detmold station.
The cheapest way to get from Hanover to Detmold is by train, with a cost of around $32 (€26).
The train journey from Hanover to Detmold offers a pleasant view of the Lower Saxony countryside, with stretches of forests, fields, and small towns, but it is not known for extraordinary scenic landscapes compared to more renowned scenic routes in Germany.
A day trip from Hanover to Detmold is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 40m and a distance of 47 miles (76 km). There are 8 trips per day available by train.
To fully explore Detmold, including its historic Old Town, the Hermann Monument, and the Detmold Open-Air Museum, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Hanover to Detmold.
Since both Hanover and Detmold 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 Detmold include Minden, Dortmund, Bochum, Kassel, Bremen.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hanover to Detmold 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.
In Detmold, travelers should be aware of typical urban safety concerns such as pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like markets and public transport hubs. There are no widespread reports of specific scams targeting visitors, but it is advisable to remain cautious with unsolicited offers or street vendors. Standard travel precautions, like securing personal belongings and avoiding poorly lit areas at night, are recommended.
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 to Detmold

Most Hanover to Detmold trains use the Hannover Hbf to Detmold station pair. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Detmold 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 Detmold

Which Hanover station do trains to Detmold leave from?

Trains from Hanover to Detmold leave from Hannover Hbf. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Hanover city centre at Ernst-August-Platz 1, 30159, Hannover, Germany.
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.

More about Hannover Hbf
Hannover-Linden/FischerhofHannover-Linden/Fischerhof, Ricklinger Stadtweg 98, 30459 HannoverWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof from Hanover city centre

Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus18 · 2h 4m

Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Öz Antalya Kebap, Ricklinger Döner, China-Imbiss Jasmin, Coimbra

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. ATMs are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Information desks are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.

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