Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen train with metronom

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£50

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£55

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 52 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 55 m

Trains on 18 Sept

2

Distance

123 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen, including 2 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 123 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7:011h52
    Hamburg Hbf
    8:53Hannover Flughafen
    £501One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7:561h57
    Hamburg Hbf
    9:53Hannover Flughafen
    £591One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £40.

Distance: 123 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£40

Average Price

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

£2

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 20m

Average total duration

2h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 27m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen is a coach with an average price of £18.

This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen:

A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen costing on average £40.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen is by train with an average journey time of 1h 49m.

Other travel options to Hannover Flughafen take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hamburg Hbf and Hannover Flughafen including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-38.55. The journey takes 1h 49m versus 1h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen train times

The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn7:01 Hamburg Hbf
1h52
8:53 Hannover Flughafen0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn20:33 Hamburg Hbf
2h50
23:23 Hannover Flughafen0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen by coach or train

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Deutsche Bahn as well as metronom offer trains services from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of metronom to find the best option for your trip from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen

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Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 02:27, the last at 15:29. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 1h 32m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Distance
123 km
Average train duration
1h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
1h 32m
First train
2:27
Last train
15:29
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Wed
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12

Train companies: metronom, Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen trainsmetronom, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Hannover Flughafen from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
  • WC
2nd Class
  • Power plugs
  • WC

metronom

About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average metronom Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest metronom Price
£26
metronom frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen 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 Hannover Flughafen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £40.
The train journey from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen covers a distance of 123 km and takes approximately 1h 32m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen is 123 km.
The first train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen leaves at 2:27.
The last train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen departs at 15:29.
Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen.
To get from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen.
The cheapest way to get from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen offers a pleasant view with glimpses of the German countryside, charming villages, and occasional stretches of lush greenery, though it is not renowned for extraordinary scenic landscapes.
A day trip from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 32m. Trains run 10 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg Hbf and Hannover Flughafen

Most Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Flughafen station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg Hbf and Hannover Flughafen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Hamburg
Arrival train stations in Langenhagen
Hamburg HbfHachmannplatz 16, 20099 Hamburg, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre

Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS5, S3, S1 · 2m · £3 · every ~44 min
BusX35, 16, 606, 17, 6 · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
SubwayU4, U2 · 1m · £2 · every ~33 min

Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services

Hamburg 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 and drink

Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.

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