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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Hanover
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Hanover. The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Hanover?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Hanover
- ANiki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany
- BRundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
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Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany - DAlt Vinnhorst 68, 30419 Hannover, Germany
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Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Ledeburg, 30419 Hannover, Germany - F
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Leinhausen, 30419 Hannover, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Hanover by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Hanover?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Hanover start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Hanover?
The average train ride duration from Essen to Hanover is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 133 miles (214 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Essen to Hanover route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 14 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Hanover?
The earliest train departs from Essen to Hanover at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:21pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Hanover?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Hanover?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Essen to Hanover?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Hanover?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Hanover was searched and found on Mar 15, 2026 with a price of $22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Hanover, as early as possible.
