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Landesmuseum Hannover
One of Germany's leading art museums, spanning medieval works to modern masters. A major stop for painting, sculpture, and temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price on Sep 25
$49
Average ticket price on Sep 25
$56
Fastest journey on Sep 25
1 h 48 m
Average journey duration on Sep 25
2 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 25
4
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paderborn to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paderborn to Hanover will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
On Fri, Sep 25, we found 4 trains from Paderborn to Hanover, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 25 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Fri, Sep 25 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
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95777The table below shows live departures for Paderborn to Hanover trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90656 · 52277+ 95777 | 8:21 AM Paderborn Hbf | 2h30 | 10:51 AM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1545+ 75022 | Delayed 8:05 AM 8:43 AMPaderborn Hbf | 2h18 | 11:01 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S5 | 9:15 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1h48 | 11:03 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
90658+ 95827 | 9:21 AM Paderborn Hbf | 2h28 | 11:49 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Paderborn to Hanover run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€32) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€32) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:31 PM |
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One of Germany's leading art museums, spanning medieval works to modern masters. A major stop for painting, sculpture, and temporary exhibitions.
Excellent museum for modern and contemporary art with strong temporary shows. Worth visiting for its focused collection and striking architecture.
Museum in Hanover's old mint building covering local history from the Middle Ages onward. A useful introduction to the city's development.
Baroque garden ensemble with fountains, hedges, and formal design. Hanover's signature outdoor attraction and one of Europe's finest historic gardens.
Large urban lake with walking and cycling routes, boat rentals, and broad water views. A local favorite for recreation in all seasons.
Historic old town quarter with half-timbered buildings, churches, and lanes. Best area for experiencing Hanover's rebuilt medieval character.
A coarse pork sausage from Lower Saxony, traditionally served with kale or potatoes. It is a regional winter favorite in Hanover and nearby areas.
Hearty braised kale, often cooked with onions and sausage. A classic cold-season dish across Hanover and Lower Saxony with strong local roots.
A baked sheet cake topped with plums and streusel. It is a beloved northern German home-style cake often enjoyed in Hanover with afternoon coffee.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in central Hanover, known for refined modern cuisine, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Established fine-dining restaurant in Hanover with seasonal menus, elegant plating, and a calm upscale atmosphere.
Historic traditional restaurant by the old town market hall, serving classic Lower Saxon dishes and local beer in a rustic setting.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, but central stays and trade fair periods raise prices.
Service is included, but rounding up is standard. Tip restaurants about 5-10%, taxis by rounding up, and cafes by leaving small change.
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Hanover Hbf -> Kröpcke, Hanover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paderborn to Hanover 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 Hanover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paderborn to Hanover trains use the Paderborn Hbf to Hannover Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Paderborn and Hanover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paderborn Hbf is 1 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn 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: Koya Kitchen, Café Central, Moso Sushi & Grill, Waffel Dream
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Hbf. ATMs are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Hbf. Information desks are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Haus Irma, Südhotel.
Paderborn Nord is 1 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn Nord 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: Cafeteria, Café Röhren, Cherusker Klause, Haci Baba
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Nord. ATMs are available at Paderborn Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Nord. Information desks are available at Paderborn Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Nord.
Nearby hotels include Aspethera, Zur Mühle, Arthotel Ana Fleur, Cherusker Hof.
Paderborn-Sennelager is 6 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn-Sennelager has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn-Sennelager.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn-Sennelager. Information desks are available at Paderborn-Sennelager.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn-Sennelager. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn-Sennelager: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn-Sennelager: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn-Sennelager.
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.
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