The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover to Rüsselsheim
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
12
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Rüsselsheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Rüsselsheim will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
It's difficult to get from Hanover to Rüsselsheim without transferring at least once.
10:53 AM3h41Hanover2:34 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$781One-way1 transfer
12:53 PM2h54Hanover3:47 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$781One-way1 transfer
1:53 PM2h54Hanover4:47 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$781One-way1 transfer
2:53 PM2h54Hanover5:47 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$781One-way1 transfer
3:53 PM2h54Hanover6:47 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$781One-way1 transfer
12:53 PM2h54Hanover3:47 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$781One-way1 transfer
1:53 PM2h54Hanover4:47 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$781One-way1 transfer
2:53 PM2h54Hanover5:47 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$781One-way1 transfer
3:53 PM2h54Hanover6:47 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$781One-way1 transfer
7:53 PM3h23Hanover11:16 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$781One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hanover to Rüsselsheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Rüsselsheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $155.
Distance: 173 miles (280 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$127 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $309 Average price | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Rüsselsheim:
A bus is $79 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Rüsselsheim costing on average $127 (€104).
A bus is $261 (€214) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Rüsselsheim costing on average $309 (€253).
Other travel options to Rüsselsheim take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 10m.
Bus takes on average 10h 30m.
You'll arrive about 44m sooner (3h 10m by train vs 3h 54m by car). Tickets start at around $127 (€104) compared to roughly $23 (€19) 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 Rüsselsheim train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Rüsselsheim trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:53 AM Hanover | 3h41 | 1:34 PM Rüsselsheim Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover to Rüsselsheim
Trains from Hanover to Rüsselsheim run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $114 (€93) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:16, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (280 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 173 miles (280 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€93) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 1:16 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hanover to Rüsselsheim trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hanover and Rüsselsheim from $48 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Hanover to Rüsselsheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Rüsselsheim 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 Rüsselsheim, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hanover to Rüsselsheim
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Luggage lockers are located near the main entrance
- Balzac Coffee
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- asiahung
- Mr. CLOU
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Pizza Hut
- & many more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- Grand Hotel Mussmann
- IntercityHotel Hannover
- Hotel Loccumer Hof
- Located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office
- Shahi
- Café in der Festung
- Bootshaus
- Shu
- Eichsfeld
- Stadthotel Rüsselsheim
- Hotel Europa
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