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Musée d'art et d'histoire
A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€45
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€94
Fastest journey on Sep 18
8 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
8 h 47 m
Trains on Sep 18
15
Distance
733 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Geneva will cost around €94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
It's difficult to get from Hanover to Geneva without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 60471 · IC 1614 · IC 710
ICE 273 · IC 667 · IC 514 · IR 1814
ICE 273 · IC 963 · IR 2514
ICE 273 · IC 714
ICE 1540 · ICE 101 · IR 2518
ECE 5 · IC 1628 · IC 724
ICE 73 · IC 1632 · IC 728
ECE 75 · IC 1640 · IR 1738
ICE 577 · ICE 107 · IC 530 · IR 1830
ICE 575 · ICE 105 · IR 1872 · IC 526Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €101 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €101, while a flight costs an average of €587.
Distance: 455 miles (733 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€126 Average price | €587 Average price | €101 Average price Cheapest | €210 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 19h 40m Average total duration 19h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Geneva:
A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Geneva costing on average €126.
A bus is €487 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Geneva costing on average €587.
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 41m.
Bus takes on average 19h 10m.
The journey is about 48m faster (8h 41m by train vs 9h 29m by car) and roughly €84 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€126 vs €210). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Geneva trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 273 · IC 714 | 2:10 AM Hanover Hbf | 11h15 | 1:25 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 273 · IC 667 · IC 514 · IR 1814 | 2:10 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h45 | 11:55 AM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 273 · IC 963 · IR 2514 | 2:10 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h55 | 12:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1540 · ICE 101 · IR 2518 | 2:46 AM Hanover Hbf | 11h19 | 2:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1540 · ICE 101 · IC 518 · IR 1818 | 2:46 AM Hanover Hbf | 11h09 | 1:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 575 · ICE 105 · IC 975 · IR 2526 | On time 8:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h12 | 6:05 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 575 · ICE 105 · IR 1872 · IC 526 | On time 8:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h02 | 5:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
ECE 5 · IC 1628 · IC 724 | On time 9:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 8h32 | 6:25 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 577 · ICE 107 · IC 530 · IR 1830 | On time 10:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h02 | 7:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 577 · ICE 107 · IR 2530 | On time 10:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h12 | 8:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 73 · IC 1632 · IC 728 | On time 11:53 AM Hanover Hbf | 8h32 | 8:25 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 579 · ICE 109 · IR 1880 · IC 534 | On time 12:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h02 | 9:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 579 · ICE 109 · IC 983 · IR 2534 | On time 12:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h12 | 10:05 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ECE 75 · IC 1640 · IR 1738 | On time 3:53 PM Hanover Hbf | 8h46 | 12:39 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Hanover to Geneva run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €50 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 455 miles (733 km) distance in 7h 48m.
Distance 455 miles (733 km) |
Average train duration 8h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 48m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hanover to Geneva trains use the Hannover Hbf to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Geneva 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.
Genève 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
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