- Must visit
Landesmuseum Hannover
Major art museum with European painting, prints and notable modern works, plus a significant children’s picture-book collection.
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dortmund to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Hanover will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 5 buses that leave Dortmund for Hanover every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £115.
Distance: 182 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price | £349 Average Price |
3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Hanover coaches for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 21:20 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2h30 | 23:50 Hanover Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:50 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2h25 | 0:15 Hanover Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:50 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2h30 | 2:20 Hanover Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 3 August | |||||
FlixBus | 14:50 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2h45 | 17:35 Hanover Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:40 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 2h30 | 22:10 Hanover Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Dortmund to Hanover run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 182 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 182 km |
Average bus duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 1:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Hanover — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hanover trip today.
Major art museum with European painting, prints and notable modern works, plus a significant children’s picture-book collection.
Large city museum complex spanning European art from medieval to modern, set in a landmark building by Maschsee.
Contemporary art museum in a former indoor swimming hall, showing changing exhibitions by international and regional artists.
Large urban lake with promenades, sailing, seasonal events and wide green spaces; excellent for walks and skyline views.
Historic old town lanes with half-timbered buildings, small squares and churches; a compact area for an easy central walk.
Elegant forest garden with broad lawns, mature trees and the famous avenue of lime trees leading to the Leibniz Temple.
A hearty kale stew from Lower Saxony, traditionally cooked with smoked sausages and pork. A cold-season favourite in Hanover and across the region.
A regional sausage made from pork and offal, lightly smoked and often served with kale. It is especially associated with Hanover and Lower Saxony.
Marinated beef roulade filled with gherkin, onion, bacon and mustard, then braised. A classic north German Sunday dish found in traditional Hanover kitchens.
Elegant restaurant in the Neues Rathaus known for seasonal German cuisine and polished service in a refined historic atmosphere.
Traditional brewery restaurant in the centre serving hearty Lower Saxony dishes and house beers in a lively, historic setting.
Popular historic beer hall and restaurant with substantial German plates, local beers and a busy, convivial atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, and local transport is reasonable for city breaks and business trips.
Service is not usually included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Hanover by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hanover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dortmund to Hanover buses use the Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf to Hanover Central Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Hanover bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Express (in the station), Bistro Central (0.2 km), Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf.
Available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
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