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Large science center with rainforest, aquarium, space and hands-on exhibitions. A top family attraction in central Gothenburg.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a flight costs an average of $137.
Distance: 379 miles (610 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$107 Average price | $93 Average price Cheapest | $286 Average price | $273 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 42m Average total duration 10h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 3m Average total duration 13h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.7kg 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 Gothenburg:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Gothenburg costing on average $107 (€87).
A bus is $193 (€158) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Gothenburg costing on average $286 (€234).
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 12m.
Bus takes on average 13h 33m.
Tickets start at around $107 (€87) compared to roughly $273 (€223) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $167 (€136). The journey takes 10h 12m versus 9h 39m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Gothenburg trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 78 · ECE 396 · R 1106 | Delayed 6:12 AM 8:09 AMHanover Hbf | 12h56 | 9:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
ICE 78 · ECE 396 · R 1106+ 1114 Öresundstågen | Delayed 6:12 AM 8:09 AMHanover Hbf | 13h56 | 10:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 78 · ECE 396 · R 1106+ 3086 Västtrafik | Delayed 6:12 AM 8:09 AMHanover Hbf | 14h06 | 10:15 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 78 · ECE 396 · R 1106+ 3084 Västtrafik | Delayed 6:12 AM 8:09 AMHanover Hbf | 13h36 | 9:45 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 776 · 11164 · IC 5758 · ICL 50050 | On time 9:09 AM Hanover Hbf | 13h56 | 11:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
ICE 776 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046 · R 1114 | On time 9:09 AM Hanover Hbf | 13h56 | 11:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
ICE 776 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046 · R 1114 | On time 9:09 AM Hanover Hbf | 14h06 | 11:15 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
ICE 776 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046 · R 1114 | On time 9:09 AM Hanover Hbf | 13h36 | 10:45 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
ICE 686 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046 · R 1114 | On time 9:36 AM Hanover Hbf | 12h29 | 10:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 686 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046 · R 1114 | On time 9:36 AM Hanover Hbf | 12h14 | 9:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
ICE 886 · S1 · RJ 13412 · R 1122 | On time 10:36 AM Hanover Hbf | 12h29 | 11:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ECE 8 · RJ 382 · R 1154 · R 20154 | On time 12:09 PM Hanover Hbf | 18h56 | 7:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ECE 8 · ECE 394 · R 1146 · R 20150 | On time 12:09 PM Hanover Hbf | 17h56 | 6:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 882 · ECE 394 · R 1146 · R 20150 | On time 12:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 17h29 | 6:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 882 · RJ 382 · R 1154 · R 20154 | On time 12:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 18h29 | 7:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 772 · RJ 382 · R 1154 · R 20154 | On time 1:09 PM Hanover Hbf | 17h56 | 7:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 682 · RJ 382 · R 1154 · R 20154 | On time 1:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 17h29 | 7:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 74 · RJ 382 · R 1154 · R 20154 | On time 2:09 PM Hanover Hbf | 16h56 | 7:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Hanover to Gothenburg run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $107 (€87) but you can travel from only $63 (€52) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 379 miles (610 km) distance in 13h 42m.
Distance 379 miles (610 km) |
Average train duration 10h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€87) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 13h 42m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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