- Must visit
Internationales Wind- und Wassermühlen-Museum
Open-air museum with mills from many countries, crafts, and large grounds. It is Gifhorn's signature cultural attraction and the town's top museum visit.
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Gifhorn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Gifhorn will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
Of the 3 trains that leave Hanover for Gifhorn on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 58 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Gifhorn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Gifhorn take longer:
Bus takes on average 50m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (45m by train vs 1h 5m by car). Tickets start at around €30 compared to roughly €10 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 enno.
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 Gifhorn trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:40 AM Hanover | 0h58 | 9:38 AM Gifhorn | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Hanover | 0h58 | 10:38 AM Gifhorn | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:48 AM Hanover | 0h38 | 10:26 AM Gifhorn | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hanover to Gifhorn run on average 8 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 38m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Gifhorn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gifhorn trip today.
Open-air museum with mills from many countries, crafts, and large grounds. It is Gifhorn's signature cultural attraction and the town's top museum visit.
Permanent and temporary exhibitions inside Gifhorn Castle covering regional history, art, and culture in a memorable historic setting.
Municipal gallery space for rotating contemporary art, photography, and local cultural exhibitions. A useful stop for current creative work in town.
Historic center with shops, civic buildings, and easy walking routes. It is the best area for seeing Gifhorn's everyday character and main sights together.
Central square often used for markets and events. It is a practical orientation point and a good place to experience local town life.
Green riverside zone near the castle, ideal for strolling, relaxing, and photographing Gifhorn's water-rich landscape and historic skyline.
Hearty Lower Saxony kale stew with smoked sausage and potatoes. A classic winter dish widely eaten across the region around Gifhorn.
Sour marinated beef in a rich sweet-sour gravy, usually served with red cabbage and potato dumplings. A long-standing North German Sunday favorite.
Pan-fried potatoes with onions and bacon, often served as a side or simple meal. A beloved everyday staple in Lower Saxony homes and inns.
Well-known local venue serving Greek and Mediterranean dishes in an informal, family-friendly atmosphere popular with residents.
Established hotel restaurant with seasonal German cuisine and a calm, polished atmosphere suitable for a more refined meal.
Traditional German inn in Gifhorn known for regional dishes and hearty classics in a relaxed, rustic setting.
Gifhorn is moderate for Germany: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than major cities, while local transit and everyday costs remain fairly standard.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and small change is fine at cafes.
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Gifhorn Bahnhof -> Gifhorn Marktplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Gifhorn 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 Gifhorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hanover to Gifhorn trains use the Hannover Hbf to Gifhorn station pair, with some services arriving at Gifhorn Stadt. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Gifhorn 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.
Gifhorn is 2 km from Gifhorn city centre. Public transport options include:
Gifhorn 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: ANNA, La Cantina
Wi-Fi is available at Gifhorn. ATMs are available at Gifhorn.
Ticket office support is available at Gifhorn. Information desks are available at Gifhorn.
Luggage storage is available at Gifhorn. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gifhorn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gifhorn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gifhorn.
Gifhorn Stadt 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: Restaurant Flutmulde, Restaurant TC Grün-Weiß-Gifhorn, La Piazza, Mr.Barman's Bier- & Weinkeller
Wi-Fi is available at Gifhorn Stadt. ATMs are available at Gifhorn Stadt.
Ticket office support is available at Gifhorn Stadt. Information desks are available at Gifhorn Stadt.
Luggage storage is available at Gifhorn Stadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gifhorn Stadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gifhorn Stadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gifhorn Stadt.
Nearby hotels include Ratsschänke, Alte Münze.
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