The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Hanover
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Hanover will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 23 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Hanover every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 240 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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.
FlixTrain12:383h03Düsseldorf Hbf15:41Hanover Hbf£121One-way0 changes
FlixTrain16:383h03Düsseldorf Hbf19:41Hanover Hbf£131One-way0 changes
FlixTrain8:383h03Düsseldorf Hbf11:41Hanover Hbf£131One-way0 changes
26819 · IC 204713:222h58Düsseldorf Hbf16:20Hanover Hbf£331One-way1 change
26811 · IC 24419:222h58Düsseldorf Hbf12:20Hanover Hbf£371One-way1 change
ICE 84911:502h38Düsseldorf Hbf14:28Hanover Hbf£511One-way0 changes
ICE 94113:502h38Düsseldorf Hbf16:28Hanover Hbf£571One-way0 changes
ICE 94315:502h38Düsseldorf Hbf18:28Hanover Hbf£571One-way0 changes
ICE 94517:502h38Düsseldorf Hbf20:28Hanover Hbf£571One-way0 changes
ICE 5458:482h40Düsseldorf Hbf11:28Hanover Hbf£651One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Düsseldorf to Hanover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 39m. 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 £10, and a flight costs an average of £119.
Distance: 240 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £346 Average Price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg 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
Düsseldorf to Hanover train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Hanover trains for today, Wednesday 24 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 849 | Delayed 9:58 11:50Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h38 | 14:28 Hanover Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1053 | On time 12:06 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h55 | 15:01 Hanover Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 549 | Delayed 11:05 12:48Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 13:35 13:35Hanover Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26819 · IC 2047 | On time 13:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h58 | 16:20 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 941 | On time 13:50 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h38 | 16:28 Hanover Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1549 | On time 14:17 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h44 | 17:01 Hanover Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 25 June | |||||
IC 2206 · ICE 1545 | On time 8:12 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h49 | 11:01 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 8:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h03 | 11:41 Hanover Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 545 | On time 8:48 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 11:28 Hanover Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26811 · IC 2441 | On time 9:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h58 | 12:20 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2204 · ICE 1547 | On time 10:12 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h49 | 13:01 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 547 | On time 10:48 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 13:28 Hanover Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26815 · IC 2049 | On time 11:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h56 | 14:18 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Hanover
Trains from Düsseldorf to Hanover run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 240 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 240 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Düsseldorf to Hanover trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Hanover from £7. 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.
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Hanover train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Hanover by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hanover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Hanover
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
- 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
- Öz Antalya Kebap
- Ricklinger Döner
- China-Imbiss Jasmin
- Coimbra
- Werkhof Restaurant
- Hashigo Sushi
- Asia Imbiss Kok
- Klitsche
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