The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover Hbf to Essen Hbf
- Cheapest price on 15 Nov
- £14
- Average ticket price on 15 Nov
- £26
- Fastest journey on 15 Nov
- 2 h 4 m
- Average journey duration on 15 Nov
- 2 h 5 m
- Trains on 15 Nov
- 19
- Distance
- 213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover Hbf to Essen Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover Hbf to Essen Hbf will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Sun 15 Nov, we found 19 trains from Hanover Hbf to Essen Hbf, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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 6448:32 2h06 Hanover Hbf 10:38 Essen Hbf £14 1 One-way 0 changes
ICE 9449:31 2h04 Hanover Hbf 11:35 Essen Hbf £14 1 One-way 0 changes
ICE 9467:31 2h04 Hanover Hbf 9:35 Essen Hbf £14 1 One-way 0 changes
ICE 15402:46 2h28 Hanover Hbf 5:14 Essen Hbf £16 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixTrain14:23 2h25 Hanover Hbf 16:48 Essen Hbf £17 1 One-way 0 changes
ICE 94013:31 2h04 Hanover Hbf 15:35 Essen Hbf £31 1 One-way 0 changes
ICE 9449:31 2h04 Hanover Hbf 11:35 Essen Hbf £14 1 One-way 0 changes
ICE 9467:31 2h04 Hanover Hbf 9:35 Essen Hbf £14 1 One-way 0 changes
ICE 64210:33 2h05 Hanover Hbf 12:38 Essen Hbf £27 1 One-way 0 changes
ICE 6448:32 2h06 Hanover Hbf 10:38 Essen Hbf £14 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover Hbf to Essen Hbf
Trains from Hanover Hbf to Essen Hbf run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 16:23. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 6:31 |
Last train 16:23 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Hanover Hbf to Essen Hbf trip
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Live departures
Hanover Hbf to Essen Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover Hbf to Essen Hbf 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1540 | Delayed 1:46 2:46Hanover Hbf | 2h28 | 4:14 4:14Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 644 | Delayed 7:34 8:32Hanover Hbf | 2h06 | 9:40 9:40Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 654+ 31315 | On time 8:40 Hanover Hbf | 2h47 | 11:27 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 944 | Delayed 9:31 Hanover Hbf | 2h04 | 10:37 10:37Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 10:27 Hanover Hbf | 2h21 | 12:48 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 642 | On time 10:33 Hanover Hbf | 2h05 | 12:38 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 652+ 31319 | Delayed 10:30 10:42Hanover Hbf | 2h45 | 13:27 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 640 | Delayed 11:34 12:31Hanover Hbf | 2h07 | 13:41 13:41Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 650+ 31323 | On time 12:40 Hanover Hbf | 2h47 | 15:27 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 940 | On time 13:31 Hanover Hbf | 2h04 | 15:35 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2048 · ICE 201 | 13:40 Hanover Hbf | 2h18 | 15:58 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 14:28 Hanover Hbf | 2h20 | 16:48 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 548 | Delayed 13:33 14:31Hanover Hbf | 2h07 | 16:38 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 558+ 31327 | On time 14:40 Hanover Hbf | 2h47 | 17:27 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 848 | On time 15:31 Hanover Hbf | 2h04 | 17:35 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2440 · ICE 203 | 15:40 Hanover Hbf | 2h18 | 17:58 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 546 | Delayed 15:32 16:31Hanover Hbf | 2h07 | 18:38 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1544 | On time 16:56 Hanover Hbf | 2h28 | 19:24 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 846 | On time 17:31 Hanover Hbf | 2h04 | 19:35 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2442 · ICE 205 | 17:40 Hanover Hbf | 2h18 | 19:58 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 18:27 Hanover Hbf | 2h21 | 20:48 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 544 | On time 18:31 Hanover Hbf | 2h07 | 20:38 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 554 · 89736 | Delayed 17:41 18:40Hanover Hbf | 2h50 | 21:30 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 844 | On time 19:31 Hanover Hbf | 2h04 | 21:35 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2444 · 26836 | 19:40 Hanover Hbf | 2h27 | 22:07 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 542 · 26838 | Delayed 19:33 20:31Hanover Hbf | 2h36 | 23:07 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
| Sunday 15 November | |||||
IC 2040 · 26808 | On time 5:39 Hanover Hbf | 2h28 | 8:07 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 242 · ICE 515 · 26810 | On time 5:56 Hanover Hbf | 3h11 | 9:07 Essen Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 242 · 10208 | On time 5:56 Hanover Hbf | 3h22 | 9:18 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
89712+ 95822 | 6:09 Hanover Hbf | 3h21 | 9:30 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 946 | On time 7:31 Hanover Hbf | 2h04 | 9:35 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 644 | On time 8:32 Hanover Hbf | 2h06 | 10:38 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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
WestfalenBahn
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Hanover Hbf and Essen Hbf
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FAQs: Hanover Hbf to Essen Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover Hbf to Essen Hbf 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 Essen Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hanover Hbf and Essen Hbf
Most Hanover Hbf to Essen Hbf trains use the Hannover Hbf to Essen Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Hanover Hbf and Essen Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Hannover Hbf from Hanover city centre
Hannover Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
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