Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€64

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€92

Fastest journey on Sep 20

2 h 2 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

2 h 3 m

Trains on Sep 20

5

Distance

287 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf will cost around €92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 5 trains from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf, including 5 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 287 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 4 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 684
    9:28 AM2h04
    Würzburg Hbf
    11:32 AMHanover Hbf
    €641One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 886
    8:28 AM2h04
    Würzburg Hbf
    10:32 AMHanover Hbf
    €831One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 882
    10:30 AM2h02
    Würzburg Hbf
    12:32 PMHanover Hbf
    €841One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 682
    11:28 AM2h04
    Würzburg Hbf
    1:32 PMHanover Hbf
    €1001One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 880
    12:30 PM2h02
    Würzburg Hbf
    2:32 PMHanover Hbf
    €1281One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, while a flight costs an average of €276.

Distance: 178 miles (287 km)

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Most popular
Flight
Bus
Driving

€57

Average price

€276

Average price

€35

Average price

Cheapest

€56

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 26m

Average total duration

1h 26m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

7h 12m

Average total duration

6h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 28m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

Lufthansa

Most popular airline

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf is a bus with an average price of €35.

This is compared to other travel options from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf:

A bus is €22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf costing on average €57.

A bus is €241 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf costing on average €276.

The fastest way to travel from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 26m.

Other travel options to Hanover Hbf take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 25m.

Bus takes on average 6h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Würzburg Hbf and Hanover Hbf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 3m sooner (2h 25m by train vs 3h 28m by car). Tickets start at around €57 compared to roughly €56 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.

Live departures

Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 1080
Delayed
11:19 PM 1:17 AMWürzburg Hbf
3h46
3:03 AM 3:03 AMHanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1080
Delayed
11:19 PM 1:19 AMWürzburg Hbf
3h44
3:03 AM 3:03 AMHanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 686
Delayed
7:28 AM Würzburg Hbf
2h04
7:36 AM 7:36 AMHanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 886
On time
8:28 AM Würzburg Hbf
2h04
10:32 AM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 684
On time
9:28 AM Würzburg Hbf
2h04
11:32 AM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 882
On time
10:30 AM Würzburg Hbf
2h02
12:32 PM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 682
On time
11:28 AM Würzburg Hbf
2h04
1:32 PM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 880
On time
12:30 PM Würzburg Hbf
2h02
2:32 PM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 680
On time
1:28 PM Würzburg Hbf
2h04
3:32 PM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 788
On time
2:30 PM Würzburg Hbf
2h02
4:32 PM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 588
On time
3:28 PM Würzburg Hbf
2h04
5:32 PM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 786
On time
4:30 PM Würzburg Hbf
2h02
6:32 PM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1284
On time
5:19 PM Würzburg Hbf
2h00
7:19 PM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 586
On time
5:28 PM Würzburg Hbf
2h04
7:32 PM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 784
On time
6:30 PM Würzburg Hbf
2h02
8:32 PM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 584
On time
7:28 PM Würzburg Hbf
2h04
9:32 PM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 782
On time
8:30 PM Würzburg Hbf
2h02
10:32 PM Hanover Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn4636 · ICE 2972
On time
10:36 PM Würzburg Hbf
5h17
3:53 AM Hanover Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 520 · 4636 · ICE 2972
On time
10:56 PM Würzburg Hbf
4h57
3:53 AM Hanover Hbf		2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf

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Trains from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (287 km) distance in 1h 54m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
178 miles (287 km)
Average train duration
2h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
€15
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
1h 54m
First train
4:28 AM
Last train
4:30 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom trains will get you between Würzburg Hbf and Hanover Hbf from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€15
Deutsche Bahn frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

metronom

About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average metronom Duration
2h 38m
Cheapest metronom Price
€24
metronom frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Learn more about metronom

FAQs: Trains from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €15, while the average price is around €57.
The train from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf takes 1h 54m and runs 11 per day.
The first train from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf leaves at 4:28 AM.
The distance by train from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf is 178 miles (287 km).
The last train from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf leaves at 4:30 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf. This service operates 9 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet.
Yes, there is a night train from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf is by train, with a cost of around €15.
The train journey from Würzburg Hbf to Hannover Hbf offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the rolling hills and picturesque countryside of Lower Saxony and Bavaria, with glimpses of charming villages and lush landscapes along the route.
A day trip from Würzburg Hbf to Hannover Hbf is not feasible as the journey duration is 1h 54m. Trains run 6 times per day over a distance of 178 miles (287 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf.
Since both Würzburg Hbf and Hanover Hbf are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Hanover Hbf include Berlin, Hamburg, Göttingen, Dortmund, Bremen.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf

Most Würzburg Hbf to Hanover Hbf trains use the Würzburg Hbf to Hannover Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Würzburg Hbf and Hanover Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Würzburg
Arrival train stations in Hanover
Würzburg HbfWürzburg Hbf, Bahnhofplatz 4, 97070 WürzburgWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Würzburg Hbf from Würzburg city centre

Würzburg Hbf is 1 km from Würzburg city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus214, 29, 14, E, 28 · 12m · every ~16 min
214, 29, 14, E, 28, 26 · 15m · every ~16 min

Würzburg Hbf train station facilities and services

Würzburg 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 and drink

Food options include: McDonald's, Anatolia Kebap Haus, Schönborn, Cafe am Dom

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Würzburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Würzburg Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Würzburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Würzburg Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Würzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Würzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Würzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Würzburg Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Schönleber, Hotel Amberger, Pension Siegel, Dorint Hotel Würzburg.

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