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Deutsches Museum
Vast science and technology museum with interactive displays, historic aircraft and hands-on exhibits for all ages.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Munich will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Sun 15 Nov, we found 15 trains from Hanover to Munich, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 489 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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.
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Trains from Hanover to Munich run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. 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 00:01, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 489 km distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 489 km |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hanover to Munich.
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Munich trains for today, Saturday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 1081 | Delayed 23:03 0:03Hanover Hbf | 6h43 | 5:46 5:46Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 60471 · ICE 1699 · ICE 991 | Delayed 23:30 0:30Hanover Hbf | 8h45 | 8:21 8:21Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 15 November | |||||
ICE 583 · 4021 | On time 8:27 Hanover Hbf | 5h21 | 13:48 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 785 | On time 9:27 Hanover Hbf | 4h38 | 14:05 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1185 | On time 10:40 Hanover Hbf | 4h25 | 15:05 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 787 | On time 11:27 Hanover Hbf | 4h38 | 16:05 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 587 · 4029 | On time 12:27 Hanover Hbf | 5h21 | 17:48 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 789 | On time 13:27 Hanover Hbf | 4h37 | 18:04 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 589 · ICE 1205 · 5426 | On time 14:27 Hanover Hbf | 4h59 | 19:26 Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 589 · 4033 | On time 14:27 Hanover Hbf | 5h21 | 19:48 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 589 · ICE 1205 · 5426 | On time 14:27 Hanover Hbf | 4h59 | 19:26 Munich | 2 changes | |
ICE 881 | On time 15:27 Hanover Hbf | 4h35 | 20:02 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Vast science and technology museum with interactive displays, historic aircraft and hands-on exhibits for all ages.
Major art museum showing European paintings from the Middle Ages to the Rococo, including many celebrated masters.
Leading modern art museum with works from classic modernism to contemporary pieces in a spacious, light-filled building.
Munich's central square, surrounded by historic buildings and markets, and a practical starting point for sightseeing.
Large urban park with riverside paths, meadows and beer gardens, perfect for walks, cycling and people-watching.
Elegant square and pedestrian area known for high-end shops, arcades and a refined city-centre atmosphere.
White veal and pork sausages traditionally eaten before noon with sweet mustard and pretzels; a classic Munich speciality tied to Bavarian beer culture.
Roast pork with crisp crackling, usually served with dark beer gravy and potato dumplings; a hearty staple in Bavarian inns and beer halls.
Slow-roasted pork knuckle with crisp skin, often paired with dumplings and gravy; one of Munich’s most iconic beer hall dishes.
Large traditional beer hall and restaurant known for roast pork, dumplings and its own beer, with a bustling old-Munich atmosphere.
Historic beer hall near Marienplatz serving classic Bavarian dishes, Munich beer and lively communal dining in a traditional setting.
Well-known Bavarian restaurant by Viktualienmarkt, popular for weisswurst, schnitzel and seasonal dishes in a polished but local setting.
Munich is pricier than many German cities, with higher hotel, dining and central transport costs, though day tickets and budget eats help manage spending.
Round up in cafés and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is customary for good service. Tell the server the total when paying rather than leaving coins on the table.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Munich 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 Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hanover to Munich trains use the Hannover Hbf to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München Ost. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke 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: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
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