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LWL-Freilichtmuseum Detmold
Large open-air museum with historic farmhouses, workshops and gardens that present regional rural life in Westphalia.
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Detmold is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Detmold will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hanover for Detmold every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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.


The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Detmold trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:09 Hanover | 2h49 | 9:58 Detmold | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Hanover to Detmold run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 76 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 76 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:02 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Detmold — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Detmold trip today.
Large open-air museum with historic farmhouses, workshops and gardens that present regional rural life in Westphalia.
Compact museum inside the princely residence, showing furnished state rooms and courtly history in an authentic setting.
Museum on local and regional history with displays on Detmold’s urban development, culture and everyday life.
Well-preserved old town area with half-timbered houses, small lanes and many of Detmold’s most attractive historic views.
Central square beside the princely palace, ideal for appreciating the residence frontage and the surrounding civic buildings.
Popular landscaped park around the palace moat, suited to an easy stroll with views of the residence and mature trees.
Pumpernickel is Westphalia’s dense dark rye bread, slowly baked for many hours. It is a regional staple and a defining flavour of local food culture.
Pickert is a traditional Lippe potato pancake or griddle cake made with flour and yeast, often served with butter, jam or sausage in and around Detmold.
Stippgrütze is a hearty Westphalian pan-fried dish of groats with pork. It is an old farmhouse speciality still associated with regional home cooking.
Elegant restaurant in a grand historic setting, known for refined seasonal cuisine and a more formal atmosphere within the Detmold court district.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving hearty regional German dishes and beer in a rustic, lively setting close to Detmold’s historic centre.
Well-known local venue for classic German and regional fare, with a relaxed atmosphere suited to trying traditional dishes in the town centre.
Moderate for Germany: dining and local transport are reasonable, while hotels can rise in peak periods. Costs are often lower than in major cities such as Munich or Frankfurt.
Service is usually included, but small tips are expected. Round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Detmold 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 Detmold, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hanover to Detmold trains use the Hannover Hbf to Detmold station pair. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Detmold 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.
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Öz Antalya Kebap, Ricklinger Döner, China-Imbiss Jasmin, Coimbra
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. ATMs are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Information desks are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Detmold 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: Cup, Vollkornbäckerei Meffert, Tilos Pizzabox, Wunderbar
Wi-Fi is available at Detmold. ATMs are available at Detmold.
Ticket office support is available at Detmold. Information desks are available at Detmold.
Luggage storage is available at Detmold. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Detmold: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Detmold: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Detmold.
Nearby hotels include Residenz Hotel, Hotel Brechmann, StadtHotel, Hotel Lippischer Hof.
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