The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Hanover
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£161
Fastest journey
5 h 11 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
557 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Hanover will cost around £161 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Of the 11 trains that leave Basel for Hanover every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 557 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 43 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.
ICE 200 · ICE 578
ICE 76
ICE 372 · IC 2374
ICE 370 · ICE 1578
ICE 200 · ICE 690+
erx 83470
ICE 76
ICE 76
ICE 74
ICE 372 · IC 2374
ICE 370 · ICE 1578Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Basel to Hanover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £91.
Distance: 557 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£98 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £250 Average Price |
7h 51m Average total duration Fastest 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 9m Average total duration 10h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 23m Average total duration 10h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Hanover train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 372 · IC 2374 | On time 07:13 Basel SBB | 5h43 | 12:56 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 372+ IC 2374 | On time 07:13 Basel SBB | 5h43 | 12:56 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 76 | On time 08:06 Basel SBB | 5h11 | 13:17 Hanover Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 76 | On time 08:06 Basel SBB | 5h11 | 13:17 Hanover Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 200 · ICE 578 | On time 08:13 Basel SBB | 6h04 | 14:17 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 200 · ICE 578 | On time 08:13 Basel SBB | 6h04 | 14:17 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 200 · ICE 690+ erx 83470 | On time 08:13 Basel SBB | 5h57 | 14:10 Hanover Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 370 · ICE 1578 | On time 09:13 Basel SBB | 5h43 | 14:56 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 370 · ICE 1578 | On time 09:13 Basel SBB | 5h43 | 14:56 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 74 | 10:06 Basel SBB | 5h11 | 15:17 Hanover Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 278 · ICE 1576 | 11:13 Basel SBB | 5h43 | 16:56 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Hanover
Distance 557 km |
Average train duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 10m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, FlixTrain from Basel to Hanover trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, FlixTrain trains will get you between Basel and Hanover from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | InterCity
FlixTrain
FAQs: Basel to Hanover train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Hanover
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the main entrance.
- Balzac Coffee
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- asiahung
- Mr. CLOU
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Pizza Hut
- & many more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Grand Hotel Mussmann
- IntercityHotel Hannover
- Hotel Loccumer Hof
- Located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
- Aioli
- Alter Bahnhof Anderten
- Schützenhaus Anderten
- Eiscafe Cortina da Stella
- Öz Antalya Kebap
- Ricklinger Döner
- China-Imbiss Jasmin
- Coimbra
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