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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 17 Sept
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 54 m
Trains on 17 Sept
32
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 £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Fast trains
To travel from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport you need to make at least one change.
ICE 1080 · S15:112h08Hanover Hbf7:19Hamburg Airport£211One-way1 change- ICE 1686 · S16:272h12Hanover Hbf8:39Hamburg Airport£231One-way1 change
- IC 60470 · S15:582h31Hanover Hbf8:29Hamburg Airport£251One-way1 change
- S1+
828605:402h39Hanover Hbf8:19Hamburg Airport£261One-way1 change - 82848 · S1+816040:405h29Hanover Hbf6:09Hamburg Airport£261One-way2 changes
- ICE 1126 · S18:251h44Hanover Hbf10:09Hamburg Airport£481One-way1 change
- ICE 6 · S116:181h51Hanover Hbf18:09Hamburg Airport£521One-way1 change
- ICE 1284 · S119:221h57Hanover Hbf21:19Hamburg Airport£351One-way1 change
- ICE 778 · S17:201h59Hanover Hbf9:19Hamburg Airport£301One-way1 change
- ICE 74 · S114:192h00Hanover Hbf16:19Hamburg Airport£361One-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 £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 141 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 £17.
This is compared to other travel options from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport costing on average £41.
The fastest way to travel from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.
Other travel options to Hamburg Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 21m.
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 the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £41 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-39.28. The journey takes 1h 57m versus 1h 52m 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
Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport trains for today, Wednesday 16 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 1080 · S1 | Delayed 3:11 5:20Hanover Hbf | 2h09 | 7:29 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| IC 60470 · S1 | Delayed 3:58 5:58Hanover Hbf | 2h31 | 8:29 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 72 · S1 | On time 18:18 Hanover Hbf | 2h01 | 20:19 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 786 · S1 | On time 18:36 Hanover Hbf | 2h03 | 20:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 576 · S1 | Delayed 17:22 19:08Hanover Hbf | 2h01 | 21:09 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 1284 · S1 | Delayed 17:34 19:22Hanover Hbf | 1h57 | 21:19 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 586 · S1 | Delayed 17:39 19:36Hanover Hbf | 2h03 | 21:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ECE 4 · S1 | On time 20:18 Hanover Hbf | 1h51 | 22:09 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 784 · S1 | Delayed 18:39 20:36Hanover Hbf | 2h03 | 22:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 574 · S1 | On time 21:17 Hanover Hbf | 2h12 | 23:29 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 584 · S1 | Delayed 19:38 21:36Hanover Hbf | 2h13 | 23:49 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 572 · S1 | On time 23:08 Hanover Hbf | 5h21 | 4:29 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
| 82848 · S1+81604 | 0:40 Hanover Hbf | 5h29 | 6:09 Hamburg Airport | 2 changes | |
| S1+82860 | 5:40 Hanover Hbf | 2h39 | 8:19 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 1686 · S1 | On time 6:27 Hanover Hbf | 2h12 | 8:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 778 · S1 | On time 7:20 Hanover Hbf | 1h59 | 9:19 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| ICE 1536 · S1 | On time 7:31 Hanover Hbf | 2h08 | 9:39 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| 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 | |
| ECE 8 · S1 | On time 12:08 Hanover Hbf | 2h01 | 14:09 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 | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 7 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:26, the last at 08:18. 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 £10
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 3:26 |
Last train 8:18 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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 £10
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hanover Hbf and Hamburg Airport from £8. 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
£20
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
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 £17, while the average price tends to be around £41.
The train journey from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport covers a distance of 141 km and takes approximately 1h 39m. Trains run 7 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 3:26.
The last train from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport departs at 8:18.
Trains from Hanover Hbf to Hamburg Airport run approximately 7 times per day.
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 £8.
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 a blend of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Lower Saxony countryside, quaint towns, and occasional glimpses of rivers and forests, providing a pleasant and varied scenery.
Yes, it is feasible to do a day trip from Hannover Hbf to Hamburg Airport. The journey takes 1h 39m and covers a distance of 141 km. There are 9 trains per day.
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.
Hamburg AirportHamburg Airport (Flughafen), Flughafenstraße 1, 22335 Hamburg
City-centre transport
Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS1 · 28m · £3 · every ~13 min
BusN73, 353, 198, 172 · 30m · £0.90
606 · 42m · £4
105 · 54m · £6 · every ~5 min
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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