- Must visit
Städel Museum
Major art museum on the Museumsufer with European masterpieces from the Middle Ages to modern art in a substantial permanent collection.
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 50 trains that leave Hanover for Frankfurt am Main every day 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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 273
IC 60471
ICE 1271
ICE 273+
24306
ICE 1271
ICE 1271
ICE 573
ICE 771
ICE 579
ICE 773Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £96.
Distance: 261 km
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£47 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £121 Average Price |
3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 60471 | Delayed 22:30 0:30Hanover Hbf | 3h58 | 2:28 2:28Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 60471+ 24618 | Delayed 22:30 0:30Hanover Hbf | 4h19 | 4:49 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 273 · 15503 · 29506 | Delayed 0:32 2:09Hanover Hbf | 4h13 | 6:22 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
ICE 273 | Delayed 0:32 2:09Hanover Hbf | 3h39 | 3:39 3:39Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1071 | Delayed 6:06 7:41Hanover Hbf | 2h15 | 8:22 8:22Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1071 | Delayed 6:06 7:41Hanover Hbf | 2h37 | 8:40 8:40Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 71 · S9 | On time 7:54 Hanover Hbf | 2h50 | 10:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 71 | On time 7:54 Hanover Hbf | 2h20 | 10:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 575 | On time 8:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h21 | 11:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 575 · S9 | On time 8:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h51 | 11:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ECE 5 · S9 | On time 9:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h51 | 12:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ECE 5 | On time 9:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h21 | 12:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 577 · S9 | On time 10:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h51 | 13:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 577 | On time 10:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h21 | 13:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1073 | On time 11:39 Hanover Hbf | 2h17 | 13:56 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1073 · ICE 720 | On time 11:39 Hanover Hbf | 2h40 | 14:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 11:44 Hanover Hbf | 6h16 | 18:00 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
ICE 73 · S9 | On time 11:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h51 | 14:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 73 | On time 11:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h21 | 14:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 579 | On time 12:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h21 | 15:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 579 · 29648 | On time 12:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h42 | 15:35 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 7 | On time 13:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h21 | 16:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 7 · 29542 | On time 13:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h42 | 16:35 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 771 · 29528 | On time 14:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h42 | 17:35 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 771 | On time 14:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h21 | 17:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1187 | On time 15:41 Hanover Hbf | 2h38 | 18:19 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1187 | On time 15:41 Hanover Hbf | 2h16 | 17:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 15:44 Hanover Hbf | 6h16 | 22:00 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
ICE 75 · 29544 | On time 15:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h43 | 18:36 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 75 | On time 15:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h21 | 18:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2375 | On time 16:01 Hanover Hbf | 3h07 | 19:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2375 · ICE 377 | On time 16:01 Hanover Hbf | 2h43 | 18:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 2375 · 29532 | On time 16:01 Hanover Hbf | 3h34 | 19:35 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 2375 · ICE 377+ 24360 | On time 16:01 Hanover Hbf | 3h06 | 19:07 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
ICE 681 · 4533 · ICE 24 | On time 16:27 Hanover Hbf | 3h29 | 19:56 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
ICE 773 · 29532 | On time 16:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h42 | 19:35 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 773 · ICE 995 | On time 16:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h46 | 19:39 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
ICE 773 | On time 16:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h21 | 19:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 773 · ICE 995+ 24364 | On time 16:53 Hanover Hbf | 3h13 | 20:06 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
ECE 9 | On time 17:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h21 | 20:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ECE 9 · S9 | On time 17:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h51 | 20:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 1675 | On time 18:17 Hanover Hbf | 3h15 | 21:32 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 775 | On time 18:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h16 | 21:09 Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 775 · 32880 · S9 | On time 18:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h51 | 21:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
ICE 77 · S6 · S9 | On time 19:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h51 | 22:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
ICE 77 | On time 19:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h17 | 22:10 Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 777 | On time 20:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h17 | 23:10 Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 777 · S6 · S9 | On time 20:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h51 | 23:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
ICE 79+ 15023 | On time 21:54 Hanover Hbf | 3h46 | 1:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 79 · S8+ 15023 | On time 21:54 Hanover Hbf | 4h35 | 2:29 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
ICE 1271 | On time 5:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h15 | 8:08 Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1271 | On time 5:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h40 | 8:33 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1573 | On time 6:17 Hanover Hbf | 3h15 | 9:32 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 573 | On time 6:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h15 | 9:08 Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 573 · ICE 793 | On time 6:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h59 | 9:52 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 573 · 32856 · S9 | On time 6:53 Hanover Hbf | 2h51 | 9:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Frankfurt am Main — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt am Main trip today.
Major art museum on the Museumsufer with European masterpieces from the Middle Ages to modern art in a substantial permanent collection.
Extensive natural history museum with dinosaur skeletons, fossils and scientific exhibits, especially popular for families and rainy days.
Museum of modern and contemporary art known for its striking triangular building and rotating exhibitions near the old town.
Recreated old town quarter between Römer and the cathedral, with narrow lanes, traditional-style facades and small public squares for strolling.
Frankfurt’s central historic square, framed by timbered buildings and used for markets, events and some of the city’s best-known views.
Riverside museum district with promenades, major collections and broad Main views, ideal for a scenic walk between cultural stops.
A tart, slightly sparkling apple wine served in a ribbed glass. It is Frankfurt’s signature drink and a staple in traditional cider taverns.
Green herb sauce made with seven fresh herbs, traditionally served with boiled eggs and potatoes. It is one of Frankfurt’s best-known regional specialities.
Pork sausages, usually lightly smoked, served hot with bread, potato salad or sauerkraut. They are a classic everyday dish in Frankfurt and Hesse.
Casual market hall stand famous for Frankfurter sausages and quick local bites in the lively Kleinmarkthalle.
Traditional Apfelwein tavern in Sachsenhausen, known for Green Sauce, sausages and a lively local atmosphere.
Historic cider house serving classic Frankfurt dishes and apple wine in a busy, wood-panelled setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and many everyday meals remain reasonably priced.
Service is not usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Frankfurt am Main Flughafen Regionalbahnhof -> Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hanover to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Hannover Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Frankfurt am Main 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.
Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee is 5 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee 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: Brela, Ginkgo, TRIO Ristorantino Eiscafe und Bar, Alte Mühle
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee. ATMs are available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee. Information desks are available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Karl-Wiechert-Allee.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) 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: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
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