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- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£48
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 55 m
Trains on 18 Sept
21
Distance
141 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport 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 Hamburg Airport will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Fast trains
To travel from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport you need to make at least one change.
ICE 886 · S110:362h03Hanover Hbf12:39Hamburg Airport£361One-way1 change- ICE 72 · S118:182h01Hanover Hbf20:19Hamburg Airport£361One-way1 change
- ICE 588 · S117:362h03Hanover Hbf19:39Hamburg Airport£371One-way1 change
- ICE 686 · S19:362h03Hanover Hbf11:39Hamburg Airport£381One-way1 change
- ICE 76 · S110:182h01Hanover Hbf12:19Hamburg Airport£381One-way1 change
- ICE 1126 · S18:251h44Hanover Hbf10:09Hamburg Airport£421One-way1 change
- ICE 6 · S116:181h51Hanover Hbf18:09Hamburg Airport£501One-way1 change
- ICE 74 · S114:192h00Hanover Hbf16:19Hamburg Airport£541One-way1 change
- ICE 772 · S113:192h00Hanover Hbf15:19Hamburg Airport£541One-way1 change
- ICE 776 · S19:082h01Hanover Hbf11:09Hamburg Airport£401One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 141 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport is a coach with an average price of £13.
This is compared to other travel options from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport costing on average £34.
The fastest way to travel from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 52m.
Other travel options to Hamburg Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 25m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hanover Hbf and Hamburg Airport including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (1h 52m by train vs 2h 14m by car). Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1126 · S1 | On time 8:25 Hanover Hbf | 1h44 | 10:09 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 888 · S1 | On time 8:36 Hanover Hbf | 2h03 | 10:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 776 · S1 | On time 9:08 Hanover Hbf | 2h01 | 11:09 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 686 · S1 | On time 9:36 Hanover Hbf | 2h03 | 11:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 76 · S1 | On time 10:18 Hanover Hbf | 2h01 | 12:19 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 886 · S1 | On time 10:36 Hanover Hbf | 2h03 | 12:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 774 · S1 | On time 11:08 Hanover Hbf | 2h01 | 13:09 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 684 · S1 | On time 11:36 Hanover Hbf | 2h03 | 13:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 2374 · S1 | On time 11:59 Hanover Hbf | 2h20 | 14:19 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 882 · S1 | On time 12:36 Hanover Hbf | 2h03 | 14:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 772 · S1 | On time 13:19 Hanover Hbf | 2h00 | 15:19 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 682 · S1 | On time 13:36 Hanover Hbf | 2h03 | 15:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 74 · S1 | On time 14:19 Hanover Hbf | 2h00 | 16:19 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 880 · S1 | On time 14:36 Hanover Hbf | 2h03 | 16:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 770 · S1 | On time 15:08 Hanover Hbf | 2h01 | 17:09 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 680 · S1 | On time 15:36 Hanover Hbf | 2h03 | 17:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 6 · S1 | On time 16:18 Hanover Hbf | 1h51 | 18:09 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 788 · S1 | On time 16:36 Hanover Hbf | 2h03 | 18:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 578 · S1 | On time 17:08 Hanover Hbf | 2h01 | 19:09 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 588 · S1 | On time 17:36 Hanover Hbf | 2h03 | 19:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 72 · S1 | On time 18:18 Hanover Hbf | 2h01 | 20:19 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport
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Trains from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 08:08. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 1h 39m.
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 £6
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 6:08 |
Last train 8:08 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £6
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hanover Hbf and Hamburg Airport from £6. 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
2h 1m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£14
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
metronom frequency
2 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
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Österreichische Bundesbahnen Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Österreichische Bundesbahnen Price
£45
Österreichische Bundesbahnen frequency
1 a day
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£37
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport 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 Hamburg Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The train journey from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport covers a distance of 141 km and takes approximately 2h 1m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport is 141 km.
The first train from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport leaves at 6:08.
The last train from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport departs at 8:08.
Trains from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport.
To get from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hannover Hbf to Hamburg Airport offers some pleasant views, including glimpses of the Lower Saxony countryside and the Elbe River as you approach Hamburg. However, it is primarily an intercity route focused on efficiency rather than scenic highlights.
A day trip from Hannover Hbf to Hamburg Airport is possible, as the journey takes 2h 1m, with a frequency of 10 trips per day for trains and the distance is 141 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hanover Hbf and Hamburg Airport
Most Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport trains use the Hannover Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Hanover Hbf and Hamburg Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Hanover
Arrival train stations in Hamburg
Hannover HbfErnst-August-Platz 1, 30159, Hannover, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Hannover Hbf from Hanover city centre
Bus120 · 10m · every ~10 min
170, 700, 500, 300 · 12m · every ~35 min
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.
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