Berlin to Hanover train
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Train schedule Berlin to Hanover
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Fastest train times from Berlin to Hanover
Fastest Journey
1 h 41 m
Average
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
250 km
Of the 38 trains that leave Berlin for Hanover every day 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Berlin to Hanover
 | Distance | 154 miles (249 km) |
 | Average train duration | 1 h 48 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £21 (€24) |
 | Train frequency | 30 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 23 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn with connection or FlixTrain |
Trains from Berlin to Hanover cover the 154 miles (249 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 48 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn with connection or FlixTrain. Normally, there are 30 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as £12, but the average price of train tickets is £21. Travellers depart most frequently from Berlin Hbf and arrive in Hannover Hbf.
Train providers: Deutsche Bahn trains Berlin to Hanover
You can travel by train from Berlin to Hanover with Deutsche Bahn for as low as £12. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main operator of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Berlin to Hanover train.
Deutsche Bahn from Berlin to Hanover train information:
- Average Duration: 1 h 49 min
- Average Price: £12
- Deutsche Bahn frequency: 22 a day
Trains from Berlin to Hanover
Hanover is just a short train ride from Germany's capital. It's an ideal spot for a day trip out of Berlin, with plenty of fascinating historical sights to explore. The well-travelled route between the two cities is served by plenty of direct trains on a daily basis. Trains depart from the early hours until well into the night, so even half-day trips are possible.
Which train companies travel from Berlin to Hanover?
As in most of Germany, almost all trains along this route are provided by German transport giant Deutsche Bahn. Budget provider Flixtrain also offers up to three trains a day, usually during the morning rush hour.
How long is the train from Berlin to Hanover?
The quickest available train from Berlin to Hanover takes just 1 hour 37 minutes when travelling direct with Deutsche Bahn. The longest journey takes around 4 hours 39 minutes, with two train changes along the way. On average, passengers can expect to arrive in 2 hours.
How many trains are there from Berlin to Hanover?
There are usually around 27-30 direct trains from Berlin to Hanover with an additional 8-13 indirect trains. There are slightly more direct trains available during the week than at weekends. Most indirect trains only require one change, though occasionally there are two or even three changes to contend with. A regular service continues throughout the day, allowing passengers to choose a departure time to suit their needs.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Berlin to Hanover?
Departure train station:Trains depart from Berlin Hauptbahnhof & Berlin Hauptbahnhof (tief)but these are actually the same station - "tief" simply refers to the station's lower level. It takes five minutes by regional train (S-Bahn) to reach Berlin's main attractions from the Hauptbahnhof. The station itself also features a wide array of shops and restaurants.
Arrival train station: Hanover Hauptbahnhof is located on the east side of Hanover's city centre, and is also easy accessible by S-Bahn. Built in 1843 but mostly destroyed during WWII, Hannover train station's new face is grand and impressive. The station houses a 7000-square-metre shopping complex for visitors to explore. Facilities include wifi, luggage lockers and toilet facilities.
Travel Tips: Trains from Berlin to Hanover
When taking a train from Berlin, you have a couple of train stations you can depart from including Berlin Hbf, Berlin Spandau and Berlin Südkreuz. When you arrive in Hanover, your train can arrive in train stations including Hannover Hbf, Hannover-Kleefeld and Hannover Bismarckstr.
Omio customers travelling this route book their trains from Berlin Hbf to Hannover Hbf.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Berlin Hbf, which is located around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Hannover Hbf, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
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Lockers
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
S-Bahn lines: S3, S5, S7, S9
Bus lines: 120, 123, 142, 147, 245, M41, M85, N20, N40, N5
Tram lines: M5, M6, M8, M10
Train lines: ICE, EC, IC, FEX, HBX, IRE, RB10, RB14, RB21, RB22, RE1, RE2, RE3, RE4, RE5, RE7
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