How to travel from Hanover to Passau

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Hanover to Passau

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Passau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, while a flight costs an average of $442.

Distance: 308 miles (497 km)

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$122

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$112

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5h 52m

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5h 22m

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Compare ways to travel from Hanover to Passau

Compare the available ways to get from Hanover to Passau, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Passau is a bus with an average price of $64.

This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Passau:

A bus is $59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Passau costing on average $122.

A bus is $379 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Passau costing on average $442.

The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Passau is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 1m.

Other travel options to Passau take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 52m.

Bus takes on average 11h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hanover and Passau including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hanover to Passau 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 50m sooner (5h 22m by train vs 7h 12m by car). Tickets start at around $122 compared to roughly $112 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.

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from Hanover to Passau

How to get from Hanover to Passau by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Hanover to Passau is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2097
    0 transfers

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  • Deutsche BahnICE 589 · BUS 91109+agilis63073
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4073
    0 transfers
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4075
    0 transfers
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4077
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Hanover to Passau

Travel to Passau easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hanover to Passau.

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There are 3 options to travel between Hanover and Passau including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Passau is a bus with an average price of $64.

This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Passau:

A bus is $59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Passau costing on average $122.

A bus is $379 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Passau costing on average $442.

The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Passau is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 1m.

Other travel options to Passau take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 52m.

Bus takes on average 11h 45m.

The distance from Hanover to Passau is approximately 308 miles (497 km).
The average frequency per day from Hanover to Passau is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hanover and Passau as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hanover to Passau:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hannover Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hanover Hbf and arrive in Passau Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hanover Central Station and arrive in Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hanover to Passau, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Danish Air Transport, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, British Airways, CitizenPlane, Air Dolomiti to go to Passau by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Passau by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Passau by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Hanover to Passau with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Dolomiti.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
Omio customers who travel from Hanover to Passau often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Munich, Prague, Budapest, Linz. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Passau and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Passau to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy Passau, a stay of 1 to 2 days is recommended. This allows time to explore its historic old town, visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and enjoy a scenic walk along the rivers.

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