- Must visit
Museum of Bavarian History
Leading city museum on Regensburg’s Roman, medieval, and modern history, housed in a former monastery with major archaeological collections.
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€92
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 27 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
408 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Regensburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Regensburg will cost around €92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
It's difficult to get from Hanover to Regensburg without transferring at least once.
ICE 885 · ICE 929 · IC 2167
ICE 683 · ICE 729+
32895
ICE 681 · 32899
ICE 883 · ICE 927
ICE 785 · 3567
ICE 883 · ICE 927
ICE 1185 · 58217 · 59497
ICE 1185 · ICE 623 · 59497
ICE 1185 · ICE 623 · 32897
ICE 1185 · 58217 · 32897Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Regensburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €152.
Distance: 253 miles (408 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€115 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest | €202 Average price | €44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg 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 Regensburg:
A bus is €74 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Regensburg costing on average €115.
A bus is €161 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Regensburg costing on average €202.
Other travel options to Regensburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 23m.
Bus takes on average 6h 38m.
You'll arrive about 1h 35m sooner (4h 23m by train vs 5h 58m by car). Tickets start at around €115 compared to roughly €44 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, ÖBB | Nightjet.
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 Regensburg trains for today, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1185 · ICE 623 · 32897 | Delayed 8:42 AM 10:40 AMHanover Hbf | 4h32 | 3:12 PM Regensburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1185 · 58217 · 32897 | Delayed 8:42 AM 10:40 AMHanover Hbf | 4h32 | 3:12 PM Regensburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 681 · 32899 | On time 4:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 4h45 | 9:12 PM Regensburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 883+ 63079 | On time 5:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 4h43 | 10:10 PM Regensburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 683 · ICE 729+ 32895 | On time 6:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 4h50 | 11:17 PM Regensburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 885 · ICE 821+ 84111 | On time 7:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 4h45 | 12:12 AM Regensburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 685+ 84113 | On time 8:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 4h57 | 1:24 AM Regensburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, August 7 | |||||
ICE 583+ 63063 | On time 8:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h45 | 1:12 PM Regensburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785 · 3567 | On time 9:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h49 | 2:16 PM Regensburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585 · 59497 | On time 10:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h45 | 3:12 PM Regensburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585 · 32897 | On time 10:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h45 | 3:12 PM Regensburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hanover to Regensburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 253 miles (408 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 253 miles (408 km) |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Regensburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Regensburg trip today.
Leading city museum on Regensburg’s Roman, medieval, and modern history, housed in a former monastery with major archaeological collections.
Museum inside the Old Town Hall covering imperial politics, ceremonial rooms, and the famous Reichstag chamber of the Holy Roman Empire.
Underground museum at Neupfarrplatz presenting Roman remains and the layered history of Regensburg’s Jewish quarter and city center.
UNESCO-listed medieval core with narrow lanes, merchant houses, towers, and squares; ideal for wandering and discovering Regensburg’s character.
Large central square bordered by civic landmarks, lively shops, and cafés; a practical starting point for exploring the historic center.
Elegant medieval square framed by historic town houses and cultural sites, popular for people-watching and appreciating urban architecture.
Small pork sausages grilled over charcoal and traditionally served with sauerkraut and mustard. Regensburg’s best-known specialty and a staple near the Stone Bridge.
A sour rye soup from the Upper Palatinate, often made with fermented rye flour and potatoes. It reflects the region’s rustic farmhouse cooking traditions.
Wild forest mushrooms, especially chanterelles, prepared in a creamy sauce with dumplings or bread. A seasonal Bavarian dish tied to the region’s woodland foraging culture.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in a patrician house, known for refined regional cuisine and polished service in Regensburg’s old town.
Traditional Bavarian tavern and brewery serving local beer, sausages, schnitzel, and hearty classics in a lively historic beer hall atmosphere.
Historic sausage kitchen by the Danube, famous for grilled Regensburg sausages with sauerkraut and mustard in a fast-paced traditional setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, transit is reasonable, and Old Town tourist areas cost a bit more than smaller Bavarian towns.
Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up small taxi fares and leave small change in cafes. Tell the total amount when paying, not after.
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Regensburg Hbf -> Neupfarrplatz, Regensburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Regensburg 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 Regensburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hanover to Regensburg trains use the Hannover Hbf to Regensburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Regensburg-Prüfening. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Regensburg 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.
Regensburg 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: L'Osteria da Nino, Pritanio, Heuport, Zara
Wi-Fi is available at Regensburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Regensburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Regensburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Regensburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Regensburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Regensburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Regensburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Regensburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn, Bischofshof, Münchner Hof, Kaiserhof.
Regensburg-Prüfening is 3 km from Regensburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Regensburg-Prüfening 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: La Villetta, Bäckerei / Café Klein, Cafe Higgis, China Restaurant
Wi-Fi is available at Regensburg-Prüfening. ATMs are available at Regensburg-Prüfening.
Ticket office support is available at Regensburg-Prüfening. Information desks are available at Regensburg-Prüfening.
Luggage storage is available at Regensburg-Prüfening. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Regensburg-Prüfening: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Regensburg-Prüfening: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Regensburg-Prüfening.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Premier.
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