Meppen to Hanover train with WestfalenBahn

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Meppen to Hanover

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

2 h 31 m

Average duration

2 h 31 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

169 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Meppen to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Meppen to Hanover will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Meppen for Hanover 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 169 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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.

Deutsche Bahn
07:302h31
Meppen
10:01Hanover
£301One-way
0 changes

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Meppen to Hanover train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
westfalenbahn07:50 Meppen
3h02
10:52 Hanover0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Meppen to Hanover

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Trains from Meppen to Hanover run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
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
Distance
169 km
Average train duration
2h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 31m
First train
00:20
Last train
23:31
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

Train companies: WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn from Meppen to Hanover trainsWestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Meppen and Hanover from £18. 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 Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
£30
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 a day
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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone

WestfalenBahn

About
WestfalenBahn is a train company offering regional trains in Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia in Northern Germany. Founded in 2005, it has been owned by Abellio Deutschland since 2017. WestfahlenBahn covers the RE15, RE60 and RE70 regional train routes serving cities like Emden, Braunschweig, Hanover, Münster and Bielefeld.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£26
WestfalenBahn frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
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 require ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Meppen to Hanover train

FAQs: Travel by train from Meppen to Hanover easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Meppen to Hanover.
FAQs
Booking trains from Meppen to Hanover in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Meppen to Hanover is 169 km.
The train journey from Meppen to Hanover covers a distance of 169 km and takes approximately 2h 31m. Trains run 8 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Meppen to Hanover can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £30.
The first train from Meppen to Hanover leaves at 0:20.
The cheapest way to get from Meppen to Hanover is by train, costing approximately £18.
The last train from Meppen to Hanover departs at 23:31.
The train station in Meppen that goes to Hanover is Meppen station, and it arrives at Hanover Hbf.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Meppen to Hanover.
Yes, you can take the train from Meppen to Hanover.
Trains from Meppen to Hanover run approximately 8 times per day.
To travel from Meppen to Hanover, you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Meppen to Hanover.
There is no night train service from Meppen to Hanover.

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Important Stations and Airports in Meppen and Hanover

Meppen
Hanover
The major train station for departures in Meppen is Meppen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Meppen for your trip from Meppen to Hanover.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
Dining
Dining
  • Mundwerk
  • Höltingmühle
  • Bootshaus
  • Zum Goldenen Drachen
Hotel
Hotel
  • Altstadt-Hotel
  • Hotel-restaurant Schmidt

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