- Must visit
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
$61
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Hanover will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 16 trains that leave Stuttgart for Hanover on Thu, Jul 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 401 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.
19052 · ICE 686
ICE 776
ICE 616 · ICE 378+
83460
ICE 578
ICE 614 · ICE 376 · ICE 2374
ICE 614 · ICE 376 · ICE 2374
ICE 612 · ICE 374 · ICE 772
ICE 518 · ICE 370 · ICE 578
ICE 610 · ICE 372 · ICE 770
19064 · ICE 880Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $100.
Distance: 249 miles (401 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$107 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $276 Average price | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart to Hanover:
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Hanover costing on average $107 (€88).
A bus is $221 (€182) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Hanover costing on average $276 (€227).
Other travel options to Hanover take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 36m.
Bus takes on average 5h 58m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (5h 36m by train vs 5h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $107 (€88) compared to roughly $26 (€22) 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.
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 Stuttgart to Hanover trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 698 · ICE 2509 | Delayed 10:54 PM 12:54 AMStuttgart Hbf | 7h11 | 6:44 AM 6:44 AMHanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 618 · 4150 · ICE 888 | Delayed 12:22 AM 2:22 AMStuttgart Hbf | 6h10 | 7:00 AM 7:00 AMHanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 618 · ICE 78 | Delayed 12:22 AM 2:22 AMStuttgart Hbf | 6h43 | 7:18 AM 7:18 AMHanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
19070 · ICE 588 | Delayed 1:06 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h26 | 3:48 PM 3:48 PMHanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 578 | Delayed 1:22 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h43 | 4:35 PM 4:35 PMHanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 518 · ICE 370 · ICE 578 | Delayed 12:07 PM 1:49 PMStuttgart Hbf | 4h16 | 4:35 PM 4:35 PMHanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
19072 · ICE 786 | Delayed 2:08 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h24 | 4:53 PM 4:53 PMHanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S5 · 19074 · ICE 586 | Delayed 2:58 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 4h34 | 5:49 PM 5:49 PMHanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
19074 · ICE 586 | Delayed 3:03 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h29 | 5:49 PM 5:49 PMHanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
19052 · ICE 686 | Delayed 4:53 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h39 | 7:49 AM 7:49 AMHanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 776 | On time 5:02 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h10 | 10:12 AM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
19054 · ICE 886 | Delayed 5:46 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h46 | 8:53 AM 8:53 AMHanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 616 · ICE 378+ 83460 | On time 5:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h21 | 10:10 AM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1098 · ICE 76 | On time 6:05 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h00 | 11:05 AM Hanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
19058 · ICE 684 | Delayed 7:07 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h25 | 9:46 AM 9:46 AMHanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 614 · ICE 376 · ICE 2374 | On time 7:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h07 | 11:56 AM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
19062 · ICE 682 | Delayed 9:08 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h24 | 11:52 AM 11:52 AMHanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 772 | On time 9:22 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h43 | 2:05 PM Hanover Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 612 · ICE 374 · ICE 772 | On time 9:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h16 | 2:05 PM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
19064 · ICE 880 | Delayed 10:12 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h20 | 12:49 PM 12:49 PMHanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
19066 · ICE 680 | Delayed 11:08 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h24 | 1:49 PM 1:49 PMHanover Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 610 · ICE 372 · ICE 770 | On time 11:49 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h16 | 4:05 PM Hanover Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Stuttgart to Hanover run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 249 miles (401 km) distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 249 miles (401 km) |
Average train duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Hanover — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hanover trip today.
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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