1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 20 m
Trains on 05 Sept
5
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Hanover will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 5 trains from Essen to Hanover, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 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.
ICE 1545
26711 · ICE 545
89873 · IC 2441
26709 · ICE 845
26713 · ICE 847
26709 · ICE 845
26713 · ICE 847
26711 · ICE 545
ICE 1545
89873 · IC 2441Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a flight costs an average of £323.
Distance: 212 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price | £323 Average Price | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Essen to Hanover:
A train is £0.41 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Essen to Hanover costing on average £13.
A train is £311 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Hanover costing on average £323.
Other travel options to Hanover take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 13m.
Flight takes on average 4h 26m.
The journey is about 27m faster (2h 29m by train vs 2h 56m by car) and roughly £21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£12 vs £34). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Hanover trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 912 · IC 2349 | Delayed 20:52 21:53Essen Hbf | 2h27 | 22:35 22:35Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
89739 · S1+ 89863 | 22:29 Essen Hbf | 3h30 | 1:59 Hanover Hbf | 2 changes | |
S1 · ICE 1541 | On time 23:56 Essen Hbf | 2h39 | 2:35 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
26709 · ICE 845 | On time 8:13 Essen Hbf | 2h15 | 10:28 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1545 | On time 8:44 Essen Hbf | 2h17 | 11:01 Hanover Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26711 · ICE 545 | On time 9:13 Essen Hbf | 2h15 | 11:28 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
89873 · IC 2441 | On time 9:40 Essen Hbf | 2h40 | 12:20 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
26713 · ICE 847 | On time 10:13 Essen Hbf | 2h15 | 12:28 Hanover Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Essen to Hanover run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 212 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 212 km |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 1 day |
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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 Essen 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.

Most Essen to Hanover trains use the Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hannover-Nordstadt. Use this guide to compare Essen and Hanover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Essen-Altenessen is 3 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Altenessen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Werner, Bückmannsmühle, Muckel-Eis
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Altenessen. ATMs are available at Essen-Altenessen.
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Altenessen. Information desks are available at Essen-Altenessen.
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Altenessen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen-Altenessen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen-Altenessen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Altenessen.
Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus. ATMs are available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus.
Ticket office support is available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus.
Available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus: The station has basic accessibility features.
Hannover Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
Hannover-Nordstadt is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Nordstadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Werkhof Restaurant, Hashigo Sushi, Asia Imbiss Kok, Klitsche
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Nordstadt. ATMs are available at Hannover-Nordstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Nordstadt. Information desks are available at Hannover-Nordstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Nordstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover-Nordstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover-Nordstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Nordstadt.
Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB is 1 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
ATMs are available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
Available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
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