The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Hanover
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
4 h 41 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
362 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Hanover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Hanover will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
To travel from Rotterdam to Hanover you need to make at least one change.
IC 2873 · IC 3175+
VIA 21233 · VIA 20041
ICD 1865 · ICE 243
IC 2863 · IC 1765 · ICE 243
IC 2833 · IC 1735 · RB 20369 · ICE 759
ICD 2466 · IC 3573 · RE 20099 · RE 10175
IC 2863 · IC 1765 · ICE 243
IC 2831 · IC 1733 · ICE 145
ICD 1865 · ICE 243
ICD 1833 · ICE 145
IC 2833 · IC 1735 · RB 20369 · ICE 759Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rotterdam to Hanover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £545.
Distance: 362 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£67 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £545 Average Price |
5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rotterdam to Hanover train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Hanover trains for today, Friday 12 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:11 Rotterdam | 6h00 | 13:11 Hanover | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:20 Rotterdam | 5h51 | 13:11 Hanover | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:42 Rotterdam | 5h19 | 13:01 Hanover | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:50 Rotterdam | 5h11 | 13:01 Hanover | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:14 Rotterdam | 5h14 | 19:28 Hanover | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Hanover
Trains from Rotterdam to Hanover run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 362 km distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 362 km |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn, Intercity from Rotterdam to Hanover trainsDeutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn, Intercity trains will get you between Rotterdam and Hanover from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Intercity
WestfalenBahn
FAQs: Rotterdam to Hanover train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Hanover 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 Hanover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam and Hanover
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with free parking options nearby.
- Restaurant Alexander
- Brasserie Waalhaven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.70
- Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Alexander
- NH Capelle
- Campanile Rotterdam Oost
- Located in the main hall
- 300 places, covered
- SIXT
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for trains to Utrecht and Rotterdam Central
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line A, Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Blaak 1.
- Restaurant Fitzgerald
- Markthal Rotterdam
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.70
- Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak
- citizenM Rotterdam
- Ibis Rotterdam City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains and metro services
- Hall 2: access to tram and bus connections
- Metro: Line A, Line B, Line C
- Tram: Line 21, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Located inside the central hall.
- Subway lines: D, E
- Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
- Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
- Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the main entrance.
- Balzac Coffee
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- asiahung
- Mr. CLOU
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Pizza Hut
- & many more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Grand Hotel Mussmann
- IntercityHotel Hannover
- Hotel Loccumer Hof
- Located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
- Aioli
- Alter Bahnhof Anderten
- Schützenhaus Anderten
- Eiscafe Cortina da Stella
- Öz Antalya Kebap
- Ricklinger Döner
- China-Imbiss Jasmin
- Coimbra
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